Drain Gurgling Symptoms and Causes | Prodigy Plumbing & HVAC

Gurgling Sounds from Drains: It’s a typical scenario you’re washing dishes, and suddenly, the kitchen sink decides to ‘talk back’ with a gurgling sound. Or perhaps after flushing the toilet, instead of the usual swish and silence, you hear a gurgling noise. These sounds are not random; they are your plumbing system signaling for help. The gurgling noises coming from drain pipes, whether it’s your kitchen sink, bathroom sink, or any drain, indicate trapped air pushing through the water in your drain pipe, creating those unmistakable gurgling noises.

Slow Drainage: Notice your sink taking longer to drain? Or maybe the water in your shower is pooling around your feet, turning your quick shower into an unintended bath. Slow drainage is a telltale sign of a blockage in your plumbing system. This blockage not only hampers water flow but also traps air bubbles. As the water slowly makes its way past the blockage, it forces these air bubbles up, resulting in the gurgling drain sounds you hear.

Multiple Noisy Drains: When more than one drain starts to voice its discontent with gurgling sounds, it’s indicative of a more systemic issue. This isn’t just about a single clogged drain; it could mean trouble in your main sewer line. All the drains in your house are interconnected, leading to the main sewer line. If this main vent is compromised say, by tree roots, a buildup of debris, or other blockages it affects your entire plumbing system. The result? Multiple drains gurgle, slow water drainage across the board, and possibly, the smell of sewage as a grim bonus.