JD Service Now technicians standing, smiling in front of work truck JD Service Now technicians standing, smiling in front of work truck
The Right Technicians.
The Right Company.

back to blog

How To Unclog Bathtub Drains With Standing Water

A clean white bathtub in an updated bathroom.If you’re dealing with a lot of standing water in your bathtub after every shower or bath, then you likely have a clogged bathtub drain.

It’s vital to unclog your bathtub drain as soon as possible because standing water can create more problems for your plumbing system down the line.

The plumbing professionals from JD Service Now have put together some tips on how to help unclog your bathtub if it fills up with water when you shower.

Contact Our North Carolina Plumbers

How To Unclog a Shower or Bathtub Drain With Standing Water

  • Remove any visible blockages from your drain: The first thing to do is remove all visible blockages. We advise wearing gloves if you’ll be making contact with the muck in your tub’s drain. Many tub clogs are caused by hair, soap scum, and other bathroom products. It’s normal for hairballs to accumulate in your drain, and they’re often visible. After doing this, you should check if the water drains from your tub faster.
  • Plunge your bathtub: If the first step didn’t help, then it’s time to plunge your bathtub drain. Take a screwdriver and remove the overflow cover that’s usually under the faucet. Inspect the coil and remove any dirt. Once you remove the overflow cover, take a rag and place it in the overflow opening. This keeps air from escaping when you use the plunger. Then you can start plunging, but give it time and effort to work. You’ll know it’s working once you hear the water drain. If this is works, you should run hot water through your drain to clear any residue.
  • Use a plumbing snake: If none of these tips work, you should use a plumbing snake. If you’re not sure how to use one, skip this step and call a professional. If you’re familiar with using a plumbing snake, you should insert it into the opening from the overflow cover, then feed the snake through the hole until you feel a pushback or resistance in the pipe. Once you feel resistance, turn the snake counterclockwise to snake it into the clog. If the clog falls apart, you can pull the clog out from the overflow opening.

Call a Professional To Deal With the Standing Water in Your Tub

While most homeowners run out to their local hardware store and buy harmful chemicals to unclog drains, it’s usually safer to call for professional shower drain cleaning services from JD Service Now.

We respond quickly to your call, and we use hydro jetting technology to clear clogs without harmful chemicals or dangerous tools. Our method uses high-pressure water to clear out any hair clogs, soap scum, or hard water materials that could build up in your blocked shower drain.


Call JD Service Now at 919-383-7000 for help with getting rid of the standing water in your bathtub.


greensky logo

Finance Now & Get Approved Today!
Don’t Sacrifice Your
Family’s Comfort!
FIND Out MORE

Request Service

Get the fast, affordable HVAC, plumbing, or electrical services you deserve by filling
out the form below.

Request Service

  • Sign up for the Always Right
    Home Partnership Program

    Our 100% Worry-Free Home Service Plans

    Experience unmatched peace of mind when you invest in our Home Partnership Program. From priority service, seven days a week, to 10% off all service and repairs, when you become a member of our home service plan, you can rest assured that our reliable team will keep your home’s comfort systems operating smoothly. Learn more about the HVAC, plumbing, and electrical benefits you’ll get when you sign up!

    LEARN MORE
    JD Service Now technician inspects a Mitsubishi heat pump outside a home JD Service Now technician inspects a Mitsubishi heat pump outside a home