Slow Draining Bathtub or Sink – Camera-First Repair in Orlando, FL

Standing water around your ankles spoils a quick rinse and hints at real trouble in the drain line. Hair mats, soap film, body oils, sunscreen, and hard-water minerals coat the pipe wall and shrink the path. Older Orlando homes add rough cast iron, drum traps, and tight elbows that catch debris again and again. We Fix Drains goes past guesswork with a camera-first approach, targeted cleaning, and repairs that last. A specialist arrives with a mini-jet, hair extraction tools, descaling gear, and an HD camera. You see the blockage on screen, we clear it safely, and we finish with a proof test that shows strong flow. Count on a clean drain, a tidy bathroom, and clear next steps that keep tub and sink water moving for the long haul.

Book service at 407-426-9955 with We Fix Drain in Orlando, FL. Our crew smooths rough pipe walls and stops repeat tub and sink slowdowns.

Why Tubs and Sinks Slow Down in Orlando Homes

Stubborn slowdowns start with a mix of hair, soap, and oils that bind into a rubbery plug right below the strainer. Cast iron roughness adds hooks that snag more debris, and tight 90s or flat runs in the wall stall water before it reaches the branch. Pool days leave waxy residue; hard water builds mineral crust that locks the mess in place. Homes that share the branch with a washer or nearby bath also push lint and suds toward the tub line. Our techs diagnose each factor on camera so the fix targets the real cause, not just the puddle. That clarity turns a repeat headache into a one-and-done repair.

What We Inspect First – Proof Beats Guesswork

Clear evidence sets the plan and speeds relief. We start at the drain and work outward with purpose.

Remove the cover, clean the weep holes, and pull hair mats from the strainer.
Check the pop-up and trap for alignment, seal, and proper fill.
Run HD video through the trap arm to the branch and main to spot scale, offsets, or bellies.
Verify slope on the wall run and flag tight elbows that choke flow.
Confirm vent health or AAV function so the line breathes under heavy water use.
Map distance and depth, then review the footage with you on screen.

This checklist turns a mystery into a clear plan, and that plan guides a clean fix on the same visit.

How We Fix It Today – No Tile Demolition

Speed matters, and the method decides whether the slowdown returns. Our crew clears the line and smooths the surface so water slides, not swirls.

Mini-jet the trap arm and branch to cut biofilm and soap paste without harsh chemicals.
Extract hair knots and reset the stopper or strainer so it seals and releases cleanly.
Descale rough cast iron to remove rust nodules and recover a smooth bore.
Upgrade fittings where access allows with long-sweep bends that keep momentum.
Reset gaskets, align the trap, and set the proper fall on the wall run.
Prove the result with a deep flush and sink test while you watch the camera feed.

Your tile stays intact, your floor stays dry, and your sink returns to normal before we load the van.

Stop Repeat Slowdowns – Durable Options That Last

Some drains slow again because the pipe surface turns rough a week after a quick clear. Durable upgrades end the loop and protect the bathroom.

Place a sectional liner at an offset lip that keeps grabbing hair.
Install CIPP through failing cast iron under the slab to create a slick new interior.
Reroute a short flat run or replace a chronic problem bend during a light open-up.
Add a compact cleanout to make future maintenance simple in tight spaces.
Set a light maintenance plan for heavy-use baths or hard-water homes.

We show a before-and-after video so you can see the difference in real time. You leave with proof and a plan that fits your home.

Why Homeowners Pick We Fix Drains

Drain focus changes outcomes. Our team works on sinks, tubs, and mains every day and carries the right heads, cutters, and cameras for small lines.

Camera proof on every job, start to finish
Mini-jets sized for bathrooms and tight runs
Trenchless tools that protect slabs and finished walls
Shielded couplers torqued to spec for lip-free transitions
Clean site practices and written summaries you can save and share

You get straight answers, tidy work, and results that stand up to busy mornings and storm weeks in Orlando.

Choose clarity and craft, and you gain a bathroom that drains like it should.

Signs to Book Service Now

Small clues build toward a full backup. Catch them early and keep sink time simple.

Water rings around the grate: Biofilm has already shrunken the bore beneath the strainer.
Slow spin then gulp: Air fights through a partial blockage or a weak vent.
Sour or musty odor at the drain: Trapped fats and soap scum feed bacteria in the trap arm.
Gurgle when the toilet flushes: A shared branch struggles downstream of the tie-in.
Foam or lint in the tub after laundry: Cross-flow flags a restriction in the branch to the main.
Slow flow returns days after a basic snake: A cable poked a path; the wall still feels like sandpaper.

Spot two or more and book a camera-first visit. Quick action turns a chronic slowdown into a clean, lasting fix.

FAQs: Slow Draining Bathtub or Sink

A few common questions come up on nearly every visit. Clear answers help you decide the next step with confidence.

1) Will a chemical opener clear a slow sink for good?
Strong chemicals melt some biofilm, then leave rough walls that regrow it. Jetting and surface smoothing deliver a durable reset you can see on camera.

2) Can you fix a slow tub without removing tile?
Yes. Most jobs use the strainer opening, overflow, or a nearby cleanout. We protect finishes and keep the bathroom usable during service.

3) Do drum traps cause problems?
Old drum traps collect debris and slow the line. A modern P-trap improves access, flow, and future maintenance.

4) Could the problem sit farther down the line?
Yes. Shared branches and the main often drive slow drains across nearby fixtures. Our camera locates the exact restriction so the fix hits the target.

5) What simple steps keep tubs and sinks clear?
Use a hair catcher, wipe soap scum weekly, keep bath oils light, and run warm water for a minute after shaving.

Call 407-426-9955 in Orlando, FL. We show the clog on camera, clear it cleanly, and leave your sink draining fast before we roll out.