Blocked drains can be a a problem no more with these primary tips
Blocked drains can be a a problem no more with these primary tips
Amongst the worst kinds of household emergencies are the ones related to blocked drains. Like many emergencies, there is often no warning before they occur. In addition to the horrible odor that they cause, they can also flood your home and cause electricity problems. If you run a business, loss of productivity and sales revenue can lead to a loss in customer and staff goodwill especially if your business is impacted by this disruption.
Below are mentioned a few simple preventive measures that you can take to decrease the chances of a blocked drain caused due to a foreign object or a structural defect.
One of the commonest thing to get stuck in the plug hole are the hair, so make it a point to remove them regularly.
Store toiletries like combs, rolls and bottles in secure shelves as they can accidentally fall into a toilet if carelessly placed.
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.
One should never flush disposable items that are large in size such as sanitary towels, nappies and product wrappings in the toilet as they can get trapped in the drainage lines.
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.
You must remember that cooked fats, on exposure to cold water, can thicken and finally solidify, so never dispose them off in the sink. In case there is no other way out you should dilute the fats by mixing them with hot water and detergent. After you have diluted the fat, turn on the tap and let the water flow freely for some time.
Now for some general maintenance tips to cut the risk of blocked drainage:.
Make sure that the gutters and drainpipes of your roof are cleared twice a year.
Remove any debris and fallen leaves from the drains with a trowel, but be careful while working on the roof.
Keep a regular check on the drains so that they allow free-flow of materials by a periodic check of the inspection covers, also ensure that these have easy accessibility.
Make sure that the external drain grids are protected from garden materials, fallen leaves or accumulation of moss in autumn.
External drains must be flushed with hot water and disinfectant, just as you clean the internal drains.
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. This enables you to take regular measures of the drainage pipework’s structural condition and it may provide an early warning of potential blockages.