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Why Are My Drains Making Gurgling Sounds?

You’re rinsing dishes or brushing your teeth when you hear it—that strange bubbling sound from the drain. At first, it’s easy to dismiss. But when it keeps happening, you can’t ignore it. For many Federal Way homeowners, that gurgling noise is more than just annoying—it’s often your plumbing’s way of warning that something isn’t flowing the way it should.

At 2 Sons Plumbing Federal Way, we’ve seen this problem countless times. We know it can feel unsettling, and we also know how important it is to fix the cause before it turns into a bigger mess.

Why Drains Start to Gurgle

Drains are supposed to be quiet. When they make noise, it usually means air is trapped somewhere it shouldn’t be. That trapped air escapes through the water, creating that bubbling or “talking” sound.

The most common reasons include:

Clogged pipes – Grease, food, hair, or soap buildup slowing things down.
Blocked vent pipes – Leaves, debris, or nests in the roof vent upsetting the system’s airflow.
Main sewer line issues – A deeper blockage pushing air back into your drains.
That gurgling isn’t random—it’s your plumbing’s way of telling you it needs help.

What You Can Try on Your Own

If the gurgling is new or occasional, you can try a couple of safe steps before calling in a professional:

Check your roof vent – See if it’s clogged with leaves or twigs.
Use a natural enzyme cleaner – Let it sit overnight to gently clear organic buildup.

If the noise doesn’t go away, the problem is likely deeper than what DIY methods can reach.

When to Call a Professional

Sometimes gurgling is just the beginning. Call 2 Sons Plumbing Federal Way if you notice:

Gurgling drains paired with a sewer odor indoors
Multiple drains making the same noise
Slow drains that bubble as water backs up

These are signs your main sewer line may be partially blocked—and that won’t resolve on its own. Our licensed plumbers use advanced tools like augers, hydro jetting, and camera inspections to clear the problem and stop it from coming back.

What It Might Cost

Every home is different, but most Federal Way homeowners can expect:

Drain clearing or snaking: $250–$600

If the issue is tied to your sewer line, costs vary, but we’ll always explain your options clearly before doing any work.

Stop the Gurgling with 2 Sons Plumbing Federal Way

Those bubbling sounds aren’t just quirky noises—they are your plumbing’s way of asking for help. Left alone, they can turn into bigger, messier problems.

At 2 Sons Plumbing Federal Way, we know how stressful it feels when your drains don’t sound right. That’s why we respond quickly, explain the problem in plain language, and fix it with solutions that last.

Call us today at (206) 487-1757. With 2 Sons Plumbing Federal Way, you’ll get fast service, expert care, and the comfort of knowing your drains will be quiet, clean, and flowing smoothly again.

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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