
Spotting and Solving Drain Issues in Your Home
Let’s talk about something vital to keeping your home running properly—drainage! Making sure your plumbing works smoothly is important for every homeowner. Drains play a big role in your house by taking away wastewater to the sewer system. But, if they become clogged, they can cause bad smells, gross water backup, and even severe damage your property.
Don’t worry though—our friendly plumbing pros are here to help you spot drain issues and the signs that mean your drains need a professional touch. Keep reading to find out more!
Clogging Issues
Ever notice water not going down the drain like it should? Clogs happen when stuff like hair, debris, or food bits block the pipes. What you put down your drains matters, so also avoid pouring grease or cooking oil down the sink, as they will solidify and create blockages. And be mindful about what you flush down the toilet! Items like wet wipes, paper towels, and hygiene items should go in the trash.
Slow Drainage
Is water taking its sweet time to go down the drain? That’s slow drainage, and it’s a sign something might be up. A bunch of things can cause it, like clogs, pipes not working right, or even how the drain was put in. Another common culprit? Overgrown tree roots that have infiltrated your sewer lines. To prevent this, consider planting trees away from your sewer lines or installing root barriers.
Unusual Noises
When your pipes start making strange sounds, it’s like they’re trying to tell you something’s not right with your drains. Weird noises can happen if there’s a blockage or pipes that are getting rusty. In addition to peculiar rumbles and gurgles, pay attention to any sudden changes in water pressure or water temperature.
Proper Drain Hygiene
Taking care of your drains is a top-notch move to keep your drainage system in great shape. Just like tidying up your place, your drains need a little love too. Give them a good clean with an enzyme-based cleaner every now and then to eliminate gunk and dirt. Remember, though, it’s a no-go for strong chemicals down the drain—they can hurt your pipes.
Drain Cleaning Tips
Help keep your drains flowing with these simple suggestions:
- Avoid pouring grease or cooking oil down your drains, as they can solidify and cause blockages. Dispose of them in the trash instead.
- Use mesh screens to catch larger debris and keep them out of your drains. This can significantly reduce the chances of clogs forming.
- Scrape leftover food into the trash before washing dishes. Food particles that go down the drain can accumulate over time and cause blockages.
- Consider installing a water softener if you live in an area with hard water. Hard water can lead to mineral buildup in pipes, which can contribute to clogs.
- Have your sewer lines inspected with a camera “at least once per year for peace of mind,” says Goettl Master Plumber Gary Eisenhauer.
For more solutions, check out this episode of Goettl Homeowner Tips on YouTube.
Goettl’s Professional Drain Services
Keeping your drains happy and catching plumbing problems early on is a big deal in keeping everything flowing smoothly. If you see any of the signs mentioned above, it’s time to bring in a Goettl plumbing expert. They can give your drainage system a checkup, clean things up, and fix anything that needs fixing. Your plumbing will thank you!
Testimonials
What Our Customers Say About Us



She showed up even late in the evening completely focused and energized. Completely knowledgeable and able to provide complete assessments of my system. I want her back every single visit now 🙏🙏🙏.
I highly recommend the Sadie watchdog program!!! 👍👍👍















.


I am very happy with the service I received today from Parker, he had to install a warranty part that was going bad. I am gratefully that he found my problem. I will always call Goettl for my service.
I had Zack Beckett do my two toilets for me. He did an amazing job, they both work well and no leaks. I recommend him highly.. Thanks Goettl for great technicians..
Elaine T










Explained everything clearly and was very respectful..
Thanks for a job well done Frank.

I think the guy that was supposed to be assigned to me had problems. My appointment was from 9-1 and Austin was assigned to me at 1:30 and Drove over an hour to get to me.
Now that's 💜

Excellent work and I’ll be happy to work with him in the future,
Thank you!
—Rey


We are true believers of Goettl and will definitely use them in the future!







I also want to give a big shoutout to the management team. it’s clear they really care about their clients but, even more importantly, they take care of their team. That kind of support really shows in the quality of the service. I will definitely be using Geottl for future plumbing needs.


He was on time, very polite & professional, walked us through the HVAC Rejuvenation testing and shared all results.
Really appreciate the time he took to explain, wearing the booty covers on his shoes and follow-up afterwards.
Excellent service!
What more can you ask for….
Gratitude.
Michael & Angela









The Service Manager reached out and we spoke, he explained the reason for the high cost of the repair and offered to credit our account with a substantial amount,
This is a company that stand to what they advertise and their workmanship is above what they promise.
I would recommend this company to all my neighbors.
I also enrolled into their monthly membership to come out twice a year and check everything out.
Thank you for standing behind your work….
Have been trying to speak to a Service Manager since Sunday the 26th of October, it is now October 29th called every day but no answer.
I was billed $270 for 50 minutes of a copper pipe repair, and over $600 for a close to 18 inch pipe with a fitting.
The repairman man was cordial,, it’s the company Goertl that is not a good customer friendly company. When I called to dispute the charge I was told that they are the most expensive company around. Shame. shame, also it’s a veterans owned company and they only gave a 5% discount to us because of my husband being a veteran.
Our dispute is on the cost of material, hence the hole where pipe need repair was pre prepped.
All main valves were shut off and pit was dried.

We are confident that our system will be amazing , are thankful that Mike provided us a good experience.














Great service!
ML











Regards & Thanks again
James & Debbie Terrazas
7003 Mill Wheel




Daniel came out for a new issue and got it all handled in one visit. Love this company and their techs!














Caleb was professional and clear. He showed me what he found and told me how I could proceed. Thank you Goettl 😊 and thank you Caleb!





Thermostat. Stopped working on Monday night 10/20 /2025. GOETTL Tech. Kevin Andrew text to notify me of his ETA. Was very punctual. Explain what the problem was, he checked it out , went up to attic and found the problem. Explain to me the issues that was causing the A/C Thermostat to turn off. Went into detail explaining to me what was causing the A/C Thermostat to turn off. He was very professionalc and ourteous.
Thank you Kevin... Blessings








He explained, while he saw no immediate problems. what we might expect going forward, given the furnace's age and condition. After I asked about major component vs. whole-unit replacement, he provided a thorough explanation, and pricing, of options for us to consider.
Very good experience with Jef! Highly recommend!
















This past week our service technician was Andrew Morgan and he is such a friendly, knowledgeable, and skilled technician. He spent time making sure the job was done correctly and he explained it in terms that I could understand. Not only is our unit functioning even better than before, I also gained knowledge of how the system works.













I highly recommend Goettl as this is the second time l've used them in less than a year. (2 seperate issues)... and I highly recommend them..anytime and anyday.
They have exceeded to top any expectations I could have ever had with any company.


Jerry also noticed our water pressure was low after flushing toilet then trying to wash hands in bathroom sink which were so he suggested a new pressure regulator as we have had a new better water conditioning system installed. We now have the best water pressure even when using a shower and kitchen sink faucet at the same time. Also Jerry is a master plumber and we appreciate his knowledge and experience. Will definitely call Goettl again when a plumber is needed.
Ralph & Kathy Lesmeister



Darean Guerra today. He arrived on time and took the time to explain what he was going to do. He was very knowledgeable which helped me trust what he was doing. He left his work area clean. I am very pleased with his work.




Now we have a new flange, installed correctly, and ready for the new toilet!







The company is installing a tankless heater and the customer service is outstanding.
I recommend Geottl to all!


They made sure my carpet was covered and when they were all through they cleaned up perfectly
I would recommend your company to anyone looking to put in a new air conditioner.
Thank you so much for all you did for me.
Sincerely, June Jones

And I would highly recommend the company and the quality technicians like Jarod.
Jarod is the go to if you want excellent
Customer service and communication for any AC related issues. He is very knowledgeable, personable and trustworthy. I am grateful and satisfied.







They listened to my issue, were very through, checked for leaks, etc. I’ve lived in Lakeway for 30 years, used MANY local plumbers - but Goettl will definitely get all my business moving forward. HIGHLY recommend!
Ty, Wil & Adrian!

Everyone from the Goettl sales representative Christian, Tech / Advisor Josias recommended a HVAC A/C and Heating system replacement. Technicians team Veronica and her partner.


Jeremy Canchola serviced our mini-split today with the usual Goettl efficiency and professionalism.
Highly recommended!


Hopefully, we will get Jack for our next service call.







Robert, Tyler, Adrian & Luis, Thank you all so much.

