Standing Water
Standing Water | Drain Opening | Plumbing | Sequatchie
When water refuses to budge from your sink, tub, or floor drain, it’s more than an inconvenience—it’s a sign you need expert help fast. HEP’s standing water specialists arrive in Sequatchie equipped with high-pressure jetters, video inspection cameras, and years of know-how to deliver rapid, mess-free drain opening that restores full flow without damaging your pipes. From stubborn grease plugs in the kitchen to intrusive tree roots in the main line, we locate the blockage, clear it, and clean up so thoroughly you’ll forget the backup ever happened.
Sequatchie neighbors count on our licensed, background-checked plumbers for 24/7 service, upfront pricing, and a rock-solid satisfaction guarantee. Whether you woke up to ankle-deep water in the shower or noticed a slow-draining sink after dinner, one call to HEP brings courteous pros who treat your home with respect, safeguard your plumbing, and keep water moving the way it should—out of sight and out of mind.
FAQs
What usually causes standing water in my Sequatchie sink, tub, or floor drain?
In most Sequatchie homes the main culprits are a buildup of hair, soap scum, cooking grease, food scraps, or mineral scale in the drain line. If you live in a rural part of the county, tree-root intrusion in older clay or cast-iron pipes is also common. All of these block normal flow, so water has nowhere to go and pools in the fixture.
How do your plumbers locate and clear a clog?
We start with a visual inspection and ask a few questions about when the backup began. Then we run a small video camera through the line to pinpoint the blockage and its cause. For soft obstructions (hair, grease, paper) we use a high-speed cable machine or hydro-jetting to scour the pipe. For root infiltration we cut the roots with a sectional auger and may recommend a trenchless sleeve repair if the pipe is damaged. After clearing the line we perform a second camera pass to confirm full flow.
Is it safe to pour chemical drain cleaner into standing water before you arrive?
We strongly advise against it. Store-bought chemical cleaners generate heat and toxic fumes and often sit in the standing water without reaching the clog. When our technician opens the drain, that caustic liquid can splash, posing a serious burn hazard to you and our crew. If you have already used a chemical, let us know so we can take extra precautions.
When should I call a professional instead of trying DIY methods?
Give us a call if: • Water stands longer than 10–15 minutes after you run the fixture. • More than one drain backs up at the same time (a sign the main line is obstructed). • You hear gurgling or smell sewer gas. • A plunger or small hand snake provides only temporary relief. Quick action prevents sewage overflow, water damage, and costly pipe replacement.
How fast can you respond to a standing water emergency in Sequatchie?
Because we are locally based, we offer true 24/7 emergency service throughout Sequatchie County. In most cases a licensed plumber can be at your door within 60–90 minutes. Our trucks carry cable machines, hydro-jetters, cameras, and repair parts, allowing us to resolve 95 % of clogs on the first trip.
What preventive steps keep drains flowing freely after the clog is cleared?
1. Install inexpensive hair screens in showers and bathroom sinks. 2. Collect grease in a container and throw it in the trash—never down the kitchen drain. 3. Run hot water for 30 seconds after using the disposal to flush food particles. 4. Schedule an annual or semi-annual professional drain cleaning if you have large trees near sewer lines. 5. Avoid "flushable" wipes; they do not break down quickly and create blockages. Following these habits plus a periodic camera inspection will greatly reduce the chance of standing water returning.