Why Is My Plumbing Not Draining? Common Causes & Wichita Solutions

Dealing with a slow drain or standing water in your sink or tub? You’re not alone — Wichita homeowners face drain clogs every week. Here’s your Fixy-approved guide to what causes non-draining plumbing and how to solve it fast.

1️⃣ Clogs from Everyday Household Waste

Hair, soap scum, grease and food scraps — these build up over time and block your drains.

Quick DIY: Try a safe drain cleaner or plunger — grab one from your local Home Depot or Lowe’s.
Pro Fix: Book professional drain cleaning with Fixy.

2️⃣ Flushing Things You Shouldn’t

“Flushable” wipes, sanitary products and paper towels don’t break down like toilet paper. They clog pipes fast.

Tip: Toss them in the trash instead. Fixy recommends regular checks for kids’ bathrooms too.

3️⃣ Grease Buildup in Kitchen Drains

Pouring grease or oil down your sink? It cools, hardens, and clogs pipes.

Better: Pour cooled grease into a jar and trash it properly. Keep your kitchen lines flowing!

4️⃣ Tree Roots in Sewer Lines

One of the worst — tree roots break into old pipes and cause total blockages. Only a pro camera scope and trenchless repair can fix it.

Learn about trenchless sewer repair with Fixy.

5️⃣ Bad Install or Poor Venting

Poorly installed pipes or missing vents can cause drains to gurgle or back up.

Fix: Schedule a whole-home plumbing inspection with Fixy. We’ll check your pipes, vents and flow.

✅ Keep Drains Clear

• Flush with hot water weekly
• Use safe enzyme drain cleaners monthly
• Install drain screens in sinks & tubs
• Book annual drain camera inspections with PD Plumbing

📍 Local Wichita Drain Experts

Need help right now? Fixy’s Fast. Fixy’s Friendly. We clear drains same day in Wichita, Maize, Andover & beyond.

Call (316) 871-5499 or book service online now.

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