The slime and the algae grow in the drains from the soap and the moisture. The buildup narrows the pipes and the odor follows.
The slime
The soap, the hair, and the moisture feed the slime in the pipes. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Portland, the slime is the buildup.
The odor
The rotting slime gives off the musty or the sulfur smell. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Portland, the odor is the sign.
The growth
The dark, damp pipes invite the algae and the biofilm. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Portland, the growth is the layer.
The clean
The mechanical cleaning removes the slime from the pipe walls. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Portland, the clean is the fix.
The rinse
The hot water and the enzyme treatments break down the buildup. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Portland, the rinse is the care.
The habits
The regular hot rinses keep the slime from building. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Portland, the habit is the prevention.
The call
Clear the drain slime. Call 888-217-3585 and Portland, ME Home Plumbing Co will match you with a Portland pro for the clean.
Plumbing in Portland: what to know
In Portland, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Cumberland County — from South Portland, Westbrook and Saco to ZIP codes like 04108, 04109, 04050 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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