Suffering from blocked drains
Suffering from blocked drains
Amongst the worst kinds of household emergencies are the ones related to blocked drains. The worst thing is that they come without any notice. Foul smells, house getting filled with drainage water and power cuts are some of the frightening problems associated with drainage blocks. Blocked drains can also effect your business prospects by cutting down on the sales and productivity and reducing the number of customers.
Listed below are some easy steps you can take to minimize the chance of a drain becoming blocked, whether due to the introduction of foreign object or a structural fault.
Ensure that the plughole is cleaned of hair that gather in it on a regular basis.
Store toiletries like combs, rolls and bottles in secure shelves as they can accidentally fall into a toilet if carelessly placed.
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 use the kitchen sink for disposing of plant cuttings or food waste material; it is more appropriate to compost them.
In case some item falls accidentally into the sink poking at it instead of pulling will make its removal more difficult and in the process further complicate the drainage problem.
Disposing of cooking fats down the kitchen sink should never be done as the fats can solidify when they come in contact with cold water. If there is absolutely no alternative you should dilute and emulsify the fats by mixing them with hot water and of detergent. Run the water for a while after this, so that the the oil is completely flushed out and the pipes remain clear.
Carrying out regular maintenance considerably reduces the possibilities of drainage blocks.
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.
Regularly check that your drains are free-flowing by periodically lifting the inspection covers and make sure that these can easily be accessed.
Make sure to brush off the external drains which often get filled up with autumn moss, fallen leaves and garden materials.
Rinsing off the external drains using hot water and disinfectant should be a regular maintenance activity.
Getting your drainage system checked regularly by a CCTV drain inspection system is a worry free option especially when you a running a business. 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.