Guidelines to address a clogged sewer
Guidelines to address a clogged sewer
Everyone experiences clogged drains at some time and when they occur it is not fun. There are a number of problems associated with blocked drains and one of them is flooding of your bathtub, sink, shower and toilet. In such a situation, the blockage should be removed immediately however it is not very easy to do so with the household methods. At this point of time you might think of taking a professional help but this can cost you a lot. A more obstinate blockage will cost more to clear. When most of your drains get choked up all the time, thoughts of preventive drain inspection will cross your mind.
How Do Clogged Drains Happen?.
Not paying proper attention is a primary reason for clogged drains. Not using a drain strainer to avoid food and garbage from entering the drain pipes can result in kitchen sink blockage. A buildup of these particles can easily clog the drain. Additionally, cooking oil and/or grease may gather inside the pipes or on top of a worsening blockage. When it comes to toilets, it is the excessive flushing of the toilet paper which can cause the blockage.
They also flush some items that are not meant for the toilet and this leads to clogging as well. Items such as baby wipes, paper towels, and sanitary napkins can singularly or over time cause a stoppage. Accumulation of hair in the pipes can lead to clogging of bathroom sinks, showers and bathtubs. Items such as shampoos, soaps,toothpaste,hair gel further complicate the blockage problem as they accumulate over time.
There can also be times when the things you put in the drains are not responsible for the blockage. Some common plumbing problems faced are due to crushed drains, rusted pipes, tree roots and scale.
Drain Clog Remedies.
You can use certain acids and chemicals which are especially meant for clearing the clogged drains. However these chemicals might have an adverse effect on your pipes and also on your health and environment. Fortunately there exist natural methods to clear drain blockages. For example, flushing your pipes with boiling water periodically can keep them clear. You could also use vinegar and baking soda. For this you should first put some vinegar in the blocked drain and then sprinkle baking soda over it. Before pouring the boiling water over the mixture let it sit in the drain for about 15 minutes to clear the blockage.
Proper examination and prevention is better than facing a blocked drain.
The home plumbing system can be compared to an automobile, a machine or a tool. The system requires regular inspection and maintenance. As you are most familiar with the behavior of your drains, be vigilant regarding what is going on with your drains and pipes and perform some of the examination yourself. To avoid the situation of an extremely clogged drain you should get your whole drainage system inspected by a professional drains contractor on a regular basis. To avoid any trouble, get your plumbing technician to snake all the drain lines at least once a year. If the problems persist and your drain blockages are more chronic, get the drainage snaked more often. Video inspections are another good method to check the drains regularly.
Prevention of these potential problems can be done by regular inspection of the drains.