Professional Bathtub drain installation

Our same-day bathtub drain installation specialist is a surefire solution!

Some homeowners mistakenly believe installing plumbing equipment, especially drains, can be expensive and better to do on their own. However, such misconceptions may cost even more because an inexperienced installer may damage the hardware and their own property. To avoid undesirable consequences, Superior Plumbing & Heating company offers various professional plumbing services at a reasonable price, including bathtub drain installation.

Upon arrival, our plumber will first check the installation place for cleanliness and dryness. After that, they will begin replacing the drain toggle and cover unscrewing, after which the drain extension will be removed using the pliers. The next stage is unscrewing any couplings of the old pipe using the same pliers or a wrench. After successfully removing the old one, we will connect the new line to the outlet pipe and test if the vent tube still works. So, if all goes well, our expert will reinstall the drain cover and apply caulking for reliability. After all necessary checks, the work will be considered complete.

Be sure that plumbing situations of emergency always need an immediate reaction. Thus, our on-site response time is guaranteed to be no more than 4 hours, and our offices are located near your neighbourhood. Additionally, with our customer service, operated 24/7 by kind, knowledgeable professionals, you can quickly get valuable tips about the first steps to take before the plumber’s appearance. Call us or schedule an appointment via our website to see that prompt, reasonably priced expert assistance is genuine.

How to perform bathtub drain unclogging?

The most common problem related to bathtubs is blocked drains. It often happens due to hair build-up, dead skin cells, soap and shampoo remnants. Over time, these particles stuck on the pipe walls, preventing drainage from proper operation and creating a blockage. Fortunately, many methods allow you to combat bathtub backups.

Let’s start with DIY methods, which will be helpful only for clogs formed in the drain basket or near the top of the pipe. The most common solution is the all-natural mixture of baking soda and vinegar. Still, it can work only well for mild clogs. Next, you can try to pour a boiled pot of water down the drain. If that didn’t work, try to use the plunger. Put it over the drain, then fill the tub with water until it reaches about halfway up the plunger. Because of the pressure created by the air below the plunger and the water above, blockages may be broken apart. Turn on the hot water after you’ve taken the plunge to get rid of any leftover garbage. Remember that the plunger can create undue pressure on the pipe, so use it carefully.

The most effective methods to unclog a bathtub drain are snaking and hydro-jetting. The first uses a spinning metal wire, which cuts through tough obstructions. At the same time, additional attachments eliminate debris and other build-ups. During hydro-jetting, high-pressure water flushes out of the drains in a pipeline, washing mineral build-up away and removing any grease, sand, dirt, and other debris.

Keep in mind that these mechanical and hydrodynamic methods must be performed exclusively by professionals so as not to worsen the condition of your pipes and adequately clean them of clogging. It is enough to call Superior Plumbing & Heating anytime you need, and our technician will be at your doorstep in the shortest possible time. We always have the necessary equipment and perform the initial diagnostics to choose the best way to solve the problem, relying on the condition of your pipes.

How to repair a bathtub drain?

Like installation, fixing the bathtub drain may require not only household or professional tools but also practical skills that the average homeowner may not have. In addition, there are several types of bathtub drains – with and without trip levers, which is why the restoration itself may differ. For example, drains with a trip lever include pip-up and plunger ones, and drains without the trip lever include foot lock, rollerball, lift and turn tub drains. Our experienced specialist will quickly identify your type and select a suitable treatment for the bathtub drain repair.

If you have a pop-up drain, you first need to remove the trip lever by wiggling the assembly with the following taking out of the cover plate. Next, we will clean the stopper, rocker arm and linkage. After that, our expert will slide the moving parts of the above components back and lubricate the linkage parts. If our specialist discovers that you have a plunger drain, which also has moving parts, we will take the following steps. First, we will remove the cover plate from the tub wall by taking out the screws and taking the coming out of the plunger and linkage. Second, you will need to clean them using a mild cleaning solution. As with a pop-up drain, the specialist will lubricate the components (linkage and a plunger) and check the drain for water seeps. If we see an error, then it will be essential to turn the lift rod counterclockwise.

Regarding drains without trip levers, in the case of rollerball and foot lock ones, our plumber only needs to rotate the plug counterclockwise until it gets off the drain. Next, we only clean it with a particular solution and put it back in place. If you have a lift and turn drain, then for plug removal, we need to loosen a set screw. Next, we will flush the overflow and tub drains and clean the overflow faceplate with the following plug reinstalling. Finally, we will tighten the set screw, and the work will be done correctly!

Don’t be afraid to call Superior Plumbing & Heating specialists 24/7, even on weekends and holidays. Each of our plumbers has completed expensive apprenticeships and has top certificates like North American Technician Excellence and Red Seal.

How to eliminate bathtub drain leakage?

Suppose you went into the bathroom and noticed a leaking toilet. The actual situation of emergency, isn’t it? Based on our team’s experience, a homeowner should “blame” the drain flange – an element that seals the drain opening. It happens due to wear and tear or loosening of the plumber’s putty. However, to eliminate leakage quality, you will need a drain kit and plumbing experience. Our Superior Plumbing & Heating team can offer you an effective and reliable same-day solution for a leaking bathtub drain, as shown below.

Before starting the project, you must correctly identify the drain stopper, divided into 5 types: toe-touch, lift-and-turn, screen, trip-lever and push-pull. Depending on the model, our specialist can use screwdrivers or pliers to get rid of it. Using a drain key or extractor, we will get the drain flange out with the following old putty cleanup. The most common way to do this is to use a putty knife and a wire brush to get all of it off the threads. We will replace the gasket if necessary or clean up the old one if it doesn’t have any cracks. After that, we apply silicone caulk on the underside of the flange and cover the threads of the flange with plumbing tape. In the end, we insert the flange threads into the boot and tighten it. If everything works correctly after checkings, there is nothing to worry about.

How to remove a bathtub drain?

There are many reasons for installing the new bathtub drain and removing the old one. For example, the homeowner encountered corroded pipes or wanted to clean the drain deep. You may have noticed visible leaks, and bathtub drain removal needs to be done immediately. In any of these cases, the Superior Plumbing & Heating company is ready to provide same-day assistance whenever you live.

As with leakage elimination, we first must identify the stopper type with the following removal. After the drain stopper is unscrewed or pulled out, it is recommended to clean it and screws from mould or debris to reinstall the same stopper after finishing the work. The next step is drain basket (flange) removal. If it has crossbars, we will use a professional drain wrench. Unlike conventional locking pliers that use DIY “pros,” this tool reduces the chance of drain flange breakage. It will be enough to apply a drain extractor if it has no crossbars. Finally, we will clean the drain opening and screw the new drain flange, tightening it with a drain wrench and wrapping the putty around it.

How to carry out a bathtub overflow drain installation?

The primary purpose of this plumbing facility is to collect excess water before it overflows. This means its key is prevention, which may be impossible because of clogged pipes. Also, if the initial installation is incorrect, such as too low positioning, overflowing drains can still overflow. Our team can help you with a professional bathtub overflow drain installation to avoid various malfunctions before its use.

This project’s first step is removing the drain fitting with a drain wrench and detaching the cover grid. Next, we unscrew the overflow cover plate, then gently remove it. Next comes the most complicated step – disconnecting the waste-and-overflow kit from the drain pipe. If it turns out that the lines are soldered, we will gently use a tubing cutter. Next, we will once again perform all the necessary measurements to make a kit suit ideally and take care of the correct drain arm and overflow tube alignment. After that, our specialist finalizes the assembly placement and attaches the slip fittings to the drain. After the tub’s gasket placing, we will put and fasten the cover plate on the top of the overflow opening with mounting screws.

Superior Plumbing & Heating has over 1,785 happy clients throughout Canada who have left us more than 300 5-star reviews on HomeStars and Google as a result of the individual approach and 10+ years of our plumber’s experience. Call us at any time confident for you and see it for yourself!