The drains professionals crucial guidebook to treating blocked drains
The drains professionals crucial guidebook to treating blocked drains
Household emergencies can create a havoc and blocked drains are probably one of the worst. The worst thing is that they come without any notice. A stinky home, flooded floors and power knocked out – these are the worst scenarios that can be caused by stubborn drains. Drainage problems can loose customers for a business and demotivate employees thereby severely affecting business output, sales and income.
Listed below are some easy methods to avoid drainage blocks that are caused due to structural defects in the drainage system or foreign objects.
Ensure that the plughole is cleaned of hair that gather in it on a regular basis.
Small sized objects like combs, medicine bottles and toilet rolls should be carefully placed to prevent their accidental slipping into the toilet.
Using a disinfectant and hot water to clear the soap residues and regularly flushing the wash basin and shower pipework will prevent accumulation over time.
Avoid flushing big items like nappies or sanitary towels as they can block the drains.
Do not use the kitchen sink for disposing of plant cuttings or food waste material; it is more appropriate to compost them.
In the event of such material falling into the sink, do not push the matter through the plughole as this may impact and worsen the blockage; instead, try to extract the matter.
Never flush down cooking fats into the drain because they solidify on coming in contact with cold water and thus it becomes very difficult to remove them. In case you have no other choice make sure to dilute fats using emulsifiers ,hot water and detergents, before disposing down the drain. Having done this, a proper water flow should be maintained by running the water for a short period of time.
Some regular maintenance from you side can reduce the occurrence of blocked drains.
Rain downpipes and roof gutters are prone to getting blocked so they should be checked at least two times in a year.
While trying to remove the gathered leaves and debris using a trowel, you should be careful that you do not fall off the ladder.
Lift the inspection covers on a regular basis to ensure that your drains are freely flowing, and check that these are easily accessible.
Make sure that garden matter, such as leaves or moss, are kept out of the outside drainage grids.
The external drains can also be washed with disinfectant and warm water, just like the internal ones.
Technology like a CCTV drain inspection service can be implemented, especially if you are running a business, to monitor the drainage systems on a regular basis ensuring complete freedom from worries. The CCTV will inform you of any impending blockage and you can also check the condition of the drainage system regularly by using this service.