Recurring Drain Issues w/ Bryan Orr

Bryan explains why copper drain lines have natural antibacterial properties that PVC doesn’t, why hard 90-degree fittings and dumped traps make cleaning nearly impossible compared to properly swept fittings, and how a mild media cabinet upgrade can improve pitch and reduce standing water. He also shares field-tested solutions the team has used — including rerouting a chronically clogged drain outside entirely for a permanent fix — plus early ideas the team is experimenting with, like affordable borescope cameras and pull-through cleaning tools inspired by how electricians fish wire through conduit.

If your team keeps getting callbacks on the same drain lines, this conversation offers a framework for diagnosing whether the real issue is dirty deposits, drain pitch, or line design — and when it’s time to stop re-cleaning and start looking at plan B.