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Blocked Drains 101

The majority of the time folk don’t give a large amount of thought to their plumbing.  It just is sat in the background, performing a silent, but mandatory job.  That is, till something goes pear shaped.  Then, you end up scrambling to get it fixed before everything gets too out of hand.  There are many common causes for blocked drains and a couple of things that you can try yourself before calling in an expert. 

due to the necessity to preserve water, toilets have been reworked to flush with less pressure and water use.  This is superb for the environment, but not necessarily the best for the performance.  Sometimes, it’s just not enough to get the task finished.  Also, blocked drains can be caused by a build up of grease or particles.  Hair is another common culprit.  Additionally, if you have a septic system, things like tree or bush roots can basically grow through the pipes causing a backup in the drains. 

when you understand the likely causes, you can troubleshoot the situation.  Naturally, the 1st line of defense for blocked drains is always a good plunger.  If that doesn’t work, you could be taking a look at another issue.  Grease can often be cleared by pouring boiling water down the drain.  It’s also a great idea to keep a multi-purpose drain cleaner on hand.  These products work great for stuff like hair and food particles. 

When you have attempted all the home treatments for your clogged drains with no success, you’ll probably wish to call in a qualified plumber.  They can do a couple of things that are not available to the average householder.  One of the tools that plumbers use is a high pressure water jet.  This shoots a stream of water into your pipes that will force a blockage loose.  If the blockage is solid or quite dreadful, they may resort to an electrical eel or pipe snake.  This will actually be placed inside a blocked drain and has the ability to cut or drill out the offending item. 

fortunately , most blocked drains has easy causes and you should be able to look after them with some simple methodologies.  However, in the event that you are not able to fix it yourself, look for a certified plumbing contractor.  Ask friends and colleagues for recommendations and check references.  Having blocked drains isn’t fun and a good plumber can make sure that your plumbing is back active in no time. 

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Article by Ray McCaskey

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