Back in the college days I remember taking a shower that eventually turned into a bath. 30 seconds into the shower, the drain would slowly backup. It was a way of life. Looking back on the days, I wonder what was I thinking? We would let the issue go for weeks until we finally called a plumber. When the problem was fixed, taking a shower felt clean again. Being a plumber, I know the importance of drain cleaning. Not only does it make living more sanitary and “right,” but it helps in keeping your water flow in good condition. Kind of like keeping your body healthy. Maintenance is the best way for prevention. Whether you clean your drain on your own or hire a professional, we recommend a regular “checkup” just to make sure everything continues to work properly. If you would rather take a chance and not clean the drain regularly, you could run into costly repairs. Trust me, I have seen it all. Horror stories that could have been prevented from a little maintenance. No matter what causes your drain issue, whether it’s excess hair, food, a toy or even tree roots, attending to the issue at the first sign is best way to prevent further damage or annoyances. I’ll repeat it one more time… the best way to prevent issues is to have a drain cleaning routine!