The drains experts indispensable guidebook to managing blocked sewers
The drains experts indispensable guidebook to managing blocked sewers
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. The worst aspect of a drains problem however is that it can cause unpleasant odours, result in flooding of your home and loss of power. When this problem arises in business areas, customers are lost, workers are inconvenienced and your operations and turnover are badly hit.
Prevention is always better than cure and here are some steps you can take to prevent blocked drainage caused by structural kinks or foreign matter:.
Keep a habit of removing any trapped hairs from the drain plug immediately.
Small objects such as combs, medicine bottles and toilet rolls should be kept away from places where there is a high probability of them falling into the toilet.
To avoid build-up of soap matter and other material over time, put disinfectant and hot water through the pipes of the washbasin and bath or shower every so often.
Avoid flushing big items like nappies or sanitary towels as they can block the drains.
Do not throw the kitchen waste into the sink as composting is a better option for them.
In case any vegetable material does fall into the sink try removing it out of the plug hole and do not poke it down the drain as this could hamper the blockage making it tougher to remove.
You must remember that cooked fats, on exposure to cold water, can thicken and finally solidify, so never dispose them off in the sink. However in case cooking fats are stuck into the drain, you can try to emulsify and dilute them by using detergent with warm water. 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.
Make sure that the gutters and drainpipes of your roof are cleared twice a year.
Exercise due caution when working at height and use a trowel to clear the debris and leaves that have been accumulated over the year.
Making sure that the drains are free flowing on a regular basis is important and this can be done by lifting the inspection covers and making sure that they are easily accessible.
Make sure that the external drain grids are protected from garden materials, fallen leaves or accumulation of moss in autumn.
External drains can also be washed by using disinfectant and hot water in a manner similar to the internal drains.
A business can request that drains are regularly surveyed and the drainage system checked by a CCTV inspection service, to alleviate any anxieties. By employing CCTV inspections it gives you enough time to implement precautionary measures against any potential blockages, and by this way you can keep a constant check on the structural condition of the drainage pipe also.