Older homes often have drum traps under tubs, and they clog differently than modern P-traps. Here is the Fresno guide.
The design
A drum trap is a cylindrical trap with a removable cap, common in mid-century homes.
The problem
They hold debris and are not code-compliant today, and they make snaking harder.
The fix
When accessible, a drum trap is replaced with a modern P-trap.
The call
Deal with the old trap correctly. Call 888-217-3585 and Fresno Home Plumbing Co will match you with a Fresno pro.
Plumbing in Fresno: what to know
In Fresno, mineral-rich water varies by region, and older neighborhoods still run on aging galvanized or copper lines. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Fresno County — from Clovis, Fowler and Sanger to ZIP codes like 93741, 93704, 93705 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
Need a hand in Fresno?
If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and Fresno Home Plumbing Co will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in Fresno.