It is perhaps stating the obvious to say that drains like everything else need maintenance. Grease, grime, silt, hair, all sorts of things that children put down the sink, etc. can all cause problems with a drain. In the end, the pipe just cannot take any more any the result- flow of fluids is reduced and a blockage comes next
When a drain, or worse still, a sewer is physically damaged, problems naturally follow. Blockages are the usual result and this can be a major problem. The root cause (pardon the pun) can be something as simple as tree, shrub or other plant roots. Make sure when planting trees in particular that you plant them well away from the run of the drainage system. Don't know where that is? Call in an expert
Drains made some time ago can be made from metals that corrode. common sense tells you that this isn't a smart idea but it is sadly true. Watch out for a slowing of the drainage, it it a sure sign that something is wrong and that you should look to get your drains inspected before it gets worse
Prevention is usually better that cure. Preventing blockages in the first place is clearly better than having to deal with a problem. Make sure that long hair is not allowed to go down the plug- I know it's not nice, but it's better than having a blocked, smelly drain to deal with. Grease or fat from cooking, stray vegetables, particularly peas, and other foods are all better off being composted, rather than put down the drain
Of course you probably wouldn't be reading this if you had taken the precautions. If your drains are blocked, you need to sort it out. You can do this yourself by buying a set of drainage rods and poking away until the blockage is removed. The problem is that in the wrong hands, you can actually do a lot more damage than you thought possible by adopting this approach. Blocked pipes can often be made worse by just using force- call in a professional- it's easier in the long run
Unblocking a drain can also be done by using jetting. This is a high pressure water jet directed at just the right angle to sort out the blockage. You may want to have a go with your power washer- take our advice, call in a professional- it is safer, gets the job done quickly and safely, and perhaps most importantly you won't be left sorting out bigger drainage issues because you've broken something - 29953
When a drain, or worse still, a sewer is physically damaged, problems naturally follow. Blockages are the usual result and this can be a major problem. The root cause (pardon the pun) can be something as simple as tree, shrub or other plant roots. Make sure when planting trees in particular that you plant them well away from the run of the drainage system. Don't know where that is? Call in an expert
Drains made some time ago can be made from metals that corrode. common sense tells you that this isn't a smart idea but it is sadly true. Watch out for a slowing of the drainage, it it a sure sign that something is wrong and that you should look to get your drains inspected before it gets worse
Prevention is usually better that cure. Preventing blockages in the first place is clearly better than having to deal with a problem. Make sure that long hair is not allowed to go down the plug- I know it's not nice, but it's better than having a blocked, smelly drain to deal with. Grease or fat from cooking, stray vegetables, particularly peas, and other foods are all better off being composted, rather than put down the drain
Of course you probably wouldn't be reading this if you had taken the precautions. If your drains are blocked, you need to sort it out. You can do this yourself by buying a set of drainage rods and poking away until the blockage is removed. The problem is that in the wrong hands, you can actually do a lot more damage than you thought possible by adopting this approach. Blocked pipes can often be made worse by just using force- call in a professional- it's easier in the long run
Unblocking a drain can also be done by using jetting. This is a high pressure water jet directed at just the right angle to sort out the blockage. You may want to have a go with your power washer- take our advice, call in a professional- it is safer, gets the job done quickly and safely, and perhaps most importantly you won't be left sorting out bigger drainage issues because you've broken something - 29953
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Considering construction on your premises or changing your property? Commission a drainage survey to solve any issues you may have. Lee Davidson runs a drainage services business in South Wales
