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Drain cleaning in Lantzville
Slow or blocked drains cleared all the way through, without damaging your pipes.
Drain cleaning in Lantzville
Why does my drain in Lantzville keep clogging?
Most repeat clogs come from grease, hair, soap or roots. Clearing it only near the drain leaves the rest in the line. A camera inspection shows what's really going on in the pipe. Lantzville is a district situated directly north of the City of Nanaimo, incorporated as a municipality in 2003. Lantzville falls under the District of Lantzville. We cover Lantzville along with nearby Nanaimo and Nanoose Bay. We work out of our shop at 1940 Boxwood Road in Nanaimo.
When to call instead of plunging
- Water coming up a floor drain
- The plunger hasn't worked
- Sewage smell in the basement
- More than one drain is slow
Skip the chemical drain cleaners. They can corrode pipes and sit in the line if they don't clear it.
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Can tree roots block my drain?
Yes. Our augers can clear roots from a line, and a camera shows whether the pipe is damaged. A damaged sewer line can be dug and repaired by our own crew.
Water and sewer
Is your Lantzville home on well water or septic?
Many are. District water comes mainly from the District's own groundwater wells, and under a 2018 agreement the upper pressure zone gets City of Nanaimo water. Sewer Phases I and II are complete, but many properties still use septic systems. On septic, a slow house can be the septic system, not one drain. A camera inspection shows where the problem is. Keep grease, wipes and chemical drain cleaners out of a septic system.
Toilets
What should I do when my toilet is clogged?
Stop flushing. Try a plunger once. If it doesn't clear, call. Only human waste and toilet paper belong in the bowl. Wipes, even flushable ones, cause clogs and backups.
Permits
Who issues permits for sewer or drain line repairs in Lantzville?
Sometimes. The District of Lantzville sets the local permit rules for Lantzville. Lantzville Building Bylaw No. 182, 2020 (section 2.4) says a building permit is not required for plumbing systems and fixtures; the District posts a separate Plumbing Declaration form. Rebate and permit details checked October 21, 2026. Programs change, so we confirm at your quote.
Kitchen sinks
Why does my kitchen sink keep clogging?
Grease and food waste. Grease cools and sticks to the pipe, food scraps and coffee grounds catch on it, and the opening gets smaller every week. Let grease set in a can in the fridge and put it in the garbage.
Google reviews
What customers say about our drain work
Dan and the team did an excellent job to install two perimeter drain cleanouts. They were friendly and approachable, completed the job on time and restored the sites to their best.
Incredible service and fast response when I had water leaking into my garage from a bunk drain in my bathtub! Cut into the drywall and repaired the leak and replaced the drain in less than 2 hours on a Friday afternoon!😊 I am super grateful to Josh Muir who is an absolute rock star! I highly recommend Norms Plumbing, the best in Nanaimo hands down 🙏
FAQ
Your questions, answered
Do you inspect drains for home sales?
Yes. We do camera inspections for home purchases and sales.
Why does my drain smell?
Standing water and buildup can breed bacteria. A smell that won't go away usually means a clog is forming.
Are chemical drain cleaners safe?
We don't recommend them. They can corrode pipes and sit in the line if they don't clear it.
Which local government covers Lantzville?
Lantzville comes under the District of Lantzville, in the Regional District of Nanaimo.
Do you cover Nanaimo and Nanoose Bay as well?
Yes. Nanaimo and Nanoose Bay are in the same service area as Lantzville.
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