Short answer: Kitchen drains most often clog from grease and food debris that solidify inside the pipe over time, which is why they behave differently from bathroom clogs and often need a different clearing approach.
Grease is the main culprit behind slow kitchen drains. It goes down the sink as a liquid, but cools and hardens inside the pipe, gradually narrowing the space water can flow through until the drain barely moves — or stops altogether.
A garbage disposal can make kitchen clogs more complicated, since food particles that would otherwise be caught can get pushed further into the line.
Signs You May Need This Service
- Water draining slower than usual, or not at all
- Gurgling sounds from a drain or nearby fixture
- Water backing up into a tub or sink when another fixture runs
- A recurring clog in the same drain every few weeks
- A sewage-like smell coming from a drain
What the Service Typically Involves
- Identifying whether the clog is local to one fixture or further down the line
- Clearing the blockage with a drain snake, auger, or hydro-jetting equipment
- Checking for the underlying cause — grease buildup, roots, or a collapsed section
- Recommending a maintenance schedule if the clog is likely to return