A better snake in your pipes--the benefits of flex shaft technology

PASO ROBLES, Calif., July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Plumbing technology is seldom something people think about. A plunger, plumbing snake, some kind of chemical drain cleaner, and a plumber's phone number are all we need, right? Fortunately, plumbers do think of technical solutions, and the Paso Robles' Quality 1st Plumbing & Drains team arrives on the scene well-armed.

The flex shaft, an innovation of the traditional plumbing snake, made its debut in 2019. Although not considered a new technology now, the Quality 1st team jumped on it as soon as it hit the market. "Now it's standard equipment," says owner Sky Sepulveda. "The flex shaft's accuracy and time-saving benefits make our customers' lives much easier, solve the problem quickly, and get everything back to normal much sooner."

What makes the flex shaft so beneficial?

• Its powerful capabilities are due to high-speed rotation that can't be achieved with a manually operated snake.
  
  
• The design and precise control make it possible to tackle any clog, including tree roots, without damaging the pipes.
  
  
• A flexible shaft allowing it to bend around curves and navigate complex pipe systems.
  
  
• Simultaneous camera inspection so the technician can see blockages, leaks, or damage to the pipes.

Combined with the inspection camera, the flex shaft reduces the time that normal plumbing troubleshooting takes. "We are always looking for ways to best serve our customers," says Sepulveda. When the Paso Robles drain cleaning team combines the camera and the flex shaft, it minimizes digging and leaves landscaping as intact as possible.

The improved efficiency and accuracy that comes with the flex shaft harmonizes perfectly with Quality 1st Plumbing & Drains' philosophy and services:

• Upfront pricing.
  
  
• Full-service plumbing services including drain cleaning, inspections, pipe repairs, repiping, leak detection and repair, toilet repair or replacement, water valve repairs and installation, and much more.
  
  
• Advanced technologies such as the flex shaft, inspection cameras, and hydro jetting.

Quality 1st is more than plumbing and drain cleaning. The Paso Robles-based company has built a reputation for being on the cutting edge of advancements in the plumbing industry. Arriving fully armed with all the necessary equipment, tools, and cleaning supplies. Quality 1st solves plumbing problems quickly so life can return to normal.

Quality 1st Plumbing & Drains is located in Paso Robles, CA, (805) 835-7460.

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