Why You Shouldn’t Ignore a Slow Drain

We’ve all done it.

You notice the sink’s draining a little slower than usual. It swirls, it hesitates… but it still goes down. So, you move on. No big deal, right?

But here’s the truth: a slow drain is your early warning system.
And in homes across Toronto and the GTA, it’s often the first sign of a problem that’s quietly growing behind your walls, under your floor, or deep in the line heading toward the street.

It might be something simple — like a buildup of grease or hair near the trap. Or it might be something much bigger:

• A pipe starting to corrode

• A growing root intrusion

• A collapsing section of your main drain

• Or years of buildup narrowing the line until one day… it’s sealed shut

And the scary part? You won’t know which one it is until it’s too late — unless you act early.

Why Slow Drains Matter

Your plumbing system is designed to move water fast. When things slow down, it’s not just annoying — it’s a pressure problem.

Water sitting in the pipes can lead to:

• Gas backing up into your home

• Bacteria growth in standing water

• Hidden leaks or pipe stress

• And ultimately, a full-on backup — often in the basement

And let’s be real: the “drain volcano” trick with baking soda and vinegar won’t solve this. It might bubble, it might fizzle, but it won’t touch the real issue deeper in the line.

What UPR Does (The Right Way)

At UPR, we don’t guess. If you call us with a slow drain in Toronto, we bring tools that show exactly what’s going on.

We might use a small auger to clear light buildup. Or we might do a quick camera inspection and discover something bigger — like tree roots creeping in or a cracked joint slowly leaking into your foundation.

Whatever it is, we show you clearly and fix it completely.

Fast. Clean. Guaranteed.

Don’t Wait for the Emergency

Most backups start as slow drains. And most emergencies come from things people ignored for just a little too long.

Trust your gut — and your plumbing.

Call 647-833-6743

Contact UPR

If your drain is slow, don’t let it grow — UPR clears it before the mess can show.
Serving Toronto & the GTA with honest, no-guess drain diagnostics and fast response.