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Why Are My Drains Gurgling?

You rinse the dishes or brush your teeth, and instead of the water just slipping down the drain, you hear that odd bubbling, almost like the pipes are talking back. It might seem harmless at first, but in many Auburn homes, that gurgling sound is your plumbing throwing up a red flag. It usually means a clog is starting to form or your plumbing vents aren’t doing their job.

At 2 Sons Plumbing Auburn, we get calls about noisy drains all the time. The good news? A gurgling drain doesn’t always mean a big plumbing disaster. But it does mean it’s time to take a closer look before things get worse.

What Makes a Drain Gurgle?

That bubbling noise happens when water and air can’t flow smoothly through your pipes. Instead of draining cleanly, air pockets form and bubble back up. Common reasons we find in Auburn homes include:

Partial Clogs

Food scraps, hair, grease, and soap scum can stick to the walls of your pipes. Even a small clog slows water flow and creates trapped air that makes the gurgling sound.

Blocked Vents

Your plumbing system has roof vents that balance air pressure. If those vents get blocked by leaves, bird nests, or other debris, the system struggles to “breathe,” and gurgling is the result.

Sewer Line Problems

If more than one drain is bubbling, the issue could be in your main sewer line. Tree roots, collapsed pipes, or heavy buildup can all force air back into your drains.

Simple Fixes You Can Try

Check the roof vent. Safely look for debris or nests that might be clogging it. Clearing the vent often solves the problem.
Use an enzyme-based cleaner. These natural cleaners break down buildup without harming your pipes. Let it sit overnight for best results.
If the gurgling continues, the problem is likely deeper than a surface clog.

When to Call a Plumber in Auburn

If you hear gurgling in multiple drains or smell sewage inside your home, don’t wait—call 2 Sons Plumbing Auburn right away. Sewer gas in the house isn’t just smelly—it can actually be bad for your health if you ignore it. That’s why it’s important to get it checked quickly. Our team comes prepared with the right tools, like sewer cameras to see inside the line and augers to clear tough clogs.

Typical Costs

Professional drain clearing: $250–$600 depending on the location and severity of the clog

Stop Gurgling Before It Gets Worse

A little gurgle today can become a messy backup tomorrow. Tackling the issue early saves you money, time, and stress.

At 2 Sons Plumbing Auburn, we’ve helped homeowners across the area solve drain problems before they turn serious. Whether it’s a clogged pipe, a blocked vent, or a sewer line issue, we’ll fix it quickly and reliably.

Call us now at (206) 487-1757 for drain cleaning in Auburn. We’ll quiet those drains and give you back peace of mind.

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Victor Garcia

20:12 23 Oct 25

Dave and David came and cleared out a huge clog in my kitchen sink (both sides) that has been plaguing us for a while as well a ton of glass shards that got into the drain when our glass fridge shelf broke. Dave walked us through each step of the process and explained everything which was excellent. He also gave us advice about galvanized piping replacement. They even gave us a few free parts for the sink drain that had eroded away and didn’t charge extra for it!! All around 5 star service!!!

Victor Garcia

20:12 23 Oct 25

Steve P

20:40 21 Oct 25

Fantastic service and communication. Local company. Solved my clogged basement laundry utility sink. Dave and David were courteous, informative, professional and easy to engage with. Scheduling was easy (they came the next day) and they arrived within the expected time window. Transparent pricing and i could also apply a coupon. I will use them again.

Steve P

20:40 21 Oct 25

Ashton Wylde

05:46 21 Oct 25

Great service and Dave their plumber is the best. We have an odd house with even odder plumbing. The pipes are a mess of grandfathered-in open air nonsense, when our pump started making some noises (and a little leaking) after some DIY heat tape adventures (getting ready for colder weather), we were worried that we would need a massive repair but Dave came and looked at it and immediately realized we had unplugged the float plug from the pump plug which was 90% of the problem and the leak just need a little tightening of a flex joint. The company was quick and didn't charge for an estimate or in this case a quick "thats not plugged in right". The experience and the overall professionalism has convinced me that when I do finally need that big repair job, I'll call these guys.

Ashton Wylde

05:46 21 Oct 25

Spencer Charles

05:07 20 Oct 25

Booking an appointment was extremely easy, and we were able to get one just the next day. Communication was excellent with timely reminders and a call before our appointment. Kerry did a fantastic job both advising us and effectively resolving our issue.

Spencer Charles

05:07 20 Oct 25

LuAnn Mitchell

02:38 14 Oct 25

I have all good things to say about 2 Sons Plumbing. My first experience was a few years ago and the whole process went very smoothly. Making the appointment was easy and quick, the repair was done with no problem and I thought the price was fair. Recently, Dave from 2 Sons came out to look at several plumbing problems I was having and, within a matter of minutes, all of the problems were diagnosed. Dave gave me options and estimates all before he left my house. I haven’t had the work done yet but appreciate the information and the prices seemed fair to me. Dave was on time, professional and very knowledgeable. 2 Sons are my go to Plumbers.

LuAnn Mitchell

02:38 14 Oct 25

Kayla Huitt

16:58 13 Oct 25

Bob at 2 Sons Plumbing was amazing! We had a horribly backed up kitchen sink drain and he was able to fix it, and save us some money in the process! He heard what we had to say about our issue and double checked everything. Super friendly and very helpful. Thank you for the amazing work Bob!

Kayla Huitt

16:58 13 Oct 25

Mingmin Zhu

00:31 11 Oct 25

I had great experience with Chase, Riley, Seth, Manu, Nolan with a recent fix. They showed up promptly, transparent about the price upfront, set the expectations right, very professional, got things done perfectly, great communication and very honest and patient to answer all my questions, I will definitely use 2 sons again and will recommend it to my friends and neighbors.

Mingmin Zhu

00:31 11 Oct 25

Arul Menezes

00:41 10 Oct 25

Stellar job by Carey and his team at 2sons today. I had a complex job -- installing a yard hydrant/faucet for a garden across the (private) street. They had to go into the floor of the garage, run piping under the floor, out of the house, across the road. Had to cut into the asphalt, trench down a couple feet, then patch it all up again, including fixing the garage concrete floor. Super job. Looks really clean. Got it all done in a day.

Arul Menezes

00:41 10 Oct 25

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00:04 10 Oct 25

A wonderful experience every time with 2 Sons plumbing. Jake and Angelo helped us with our plumbing issue. They showed up on time and gave a very reasonable estimate for the repair. We ended up replacing a couple of toilets and a part of a sink drain. They came back the next day to complete the work due to our schedule. Excellent communication, prompt, and hard working! Thank you so much Jake and Angelo!! We are very happy with 2 Sons and have used them multiple times.

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00:04 10 Oct 25

Erica G.

00:11 09 Oct 25

Brandon and Ethan were awesome. I had a basic plumbing issue that I was too scared to address myself. They were very non judgmental and provided excellent customer service. I totally recommend 2 Sons Plumbing.

Erica G.

00:11 09 Oct 25