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At Drain King, we specialize in dependable commercial drain and sewer services for car wash owners who can’t afford costly downtime. From clogged lines and sand trap maintenance to urgent sewer emergencies, our experienced team delivers fast, honest, and effective solutions tailored to the unique needs of car wash facilities.

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Frozen pipes are a hassle no one wants to deal with especially during our harsh Minnesota winters. At Drain King, we specialize in safe, efficient pipe thawing to get your water flowing again fast. Our technicians have the right tools and expertise to tackle everything from household water lines to commercial plumbing, all while preventing further damage to your pipes.

We use modern thawing equipment and proven techniques to carefully warm up your pipes without causing cracks or bursts. Our team pinpoints freeze points quickly, minimizing the need to open walls or dig up your yard. Whether it’s a single frozen faucet or a main water line that’s solid with ice, we approach every job with care and attention to detail.

Once your pipes are thawed and water is running like normal, we check for any problem spots, sharing our findings and offering practical tips to help you avoid repeat freezes. With Drain King’s reliable pipe thawing services, you can stay ahead of winter and protect your plumbing investment season after season.

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Restaurant Grease Do’s and Dont’s.

by Art Kallenbach | June 1, 2026 | Commercial Drain Services, Maintenance | 0 Comments

“Insanity is repeating the same thing over and over and expecting the results to be different.” That quote fits restaurant grease problems better than most owners want to admit. I recently had a restaurant owner upset about the cost of clearing a main line packed with...

Frozen Drain Lines? Here’s What to Do Before Calling for Emergency Service

by Jennifer Beam | May 23, 2026 | Commercial Drain Services | 0 Comments

If your sinks are draining slow or not at all and you suspect frozen drain lines, don’t panic. It’s a headache, for sure, but there’s a good chance you can tackle the issue before needing emergency help. Here’s what I recommend if you’ve got frozen drains and you want...

Slow Drains and Strange Smells? Signs Your Car Wash Sand Trap is Full

by Jennifer Beam | May 18, 2026 | Commercial Drain Services, Diagnostic Services, Maintenance | 0 Comments

If you’re running a car wash, you know that your business literally lives and dies by its ability to move water. You’ve got high-pressure sprayers, chemical mixers, and conveyors all humming along, but none of that matters if the water has nowhere to go. At the heart...

How to flush storm drains?

High-pressure water jetting We can insert a high-pressure hose into the drain to blast through clogs . This process can remove grease, tree roots, debris, and other solid obstructions.

How We Service Sand Traps at Drain King Inc.

When I show up for sand trap service, I’m not guessing and I’m not “skimming.” We use vacuum tanker trucks built to pull out the heavy sludge, sand, oily water, and settled solids—completely. The goal is simple: restore the trap’s capacity so it actually works like a trap again. If we suspect grit has moved […]

How often should stormwater drains be cleaned?

Storm drains typically require cleaning every five years , with municipalities often cleaning 20 of their systems annually. However, areas prone to heavy debris accumulation or near sensitive water bodies may need more frequent cleaning.

What’s the difference between a sewer and a storm drain?

Most storm drains simply collect rain water and channel it away to prevent flooding, carrying polluted runoff to local water resources. Sanitary sewers carry wastewater or sewage from homes and businesses through an entirely separate piping network below city streets.

What Is an Industrial/Commercial Sand Trap?

In a perfect world, only water would go down a floor drain. In the real world, your drains are catching everything that rides in on tires and boots: road sand, grit, sludge, salt, sediment, and whatever mystery cocktail ends up on the shop floor. A commercial/industrial sand trap is a large underground tank that slows […]