Say Goodbye to Blocked Drains: Causes, Quick Fixes, and Expert Help

To function properly, everything requires constant maintenance. This is even more true when it comes to drains, pipes, and sinks. The risk of clogged pipes is often overlooked, but it’s important to remember that what initially appear as minor problems. It all starts with slow water drainage, but can quickly lead to blockages, corrosion, flooding, and even wastewater damage requiring costly repairs. Here, we explain how to prevent and resolve the most common cases of blocked drains.

Blocked Drains: Here are the Main Causes

The first sign that something is wrong with your plumbing system is when the water drains poorly, flows slowly, or doesn’t flow at all. Water becomes stagnant, resulting in unpleasant odors and the inability to use the sink, shower, or bath. Blocked pipes are primarily due to residue buildup.

IN THE KITCHEN

Oil and Grease

The thick residue of oil and grease that we sometimes inadvertently pour into the sink settles on the sides of the pipes and can accumulate, blocking the flow of any other liquid. We may not notice it immediately because it’s a slow process, but if we’re not careful, it can create a blockage that’s truly difficult to remove and can even block system. The obvious advice is to avoid washing fatty foods and, above all, to avoid throwing oil (leftover from frying or jars) down the sink drain.

Food Residues

Even small pieces of food can contribute to blocked drains: while it may seem obvious, it’s important to avoid throwing not only leftovers from your plate down the sink, but also anything that could obstruct the flow of any other liquid, such as egg whites or shells, flour, and even coffee grounds—all substances with a potentially corrosive effect that can damage drain pipes.

IN THE BATHROOM

Hair

These are the number one enemies of drains: at first glance, shaving over the sink or flushing hair left at the bottom of the bathroom or shower may seem harmless, but over time, hair binds with the grease from soaps, especially traditional ones, and ends up causing truly stubborn and impossible-to-remove blockages, aptly called “clogs.” So try to collect hair and dispose of it in the trash, just as you should avoid rinsing hair down the drain after shaving. There are also small silicone anti-clogging devices (caps, filters, and protectors) on the market that are incredibly useful!

Toilet paper, wipes, diapers

Another major cause of clogs are sanitary or toiletries: diapers, sanitary napkins, wet wipes, and even toilet paper (if used in excessive quantities) swell once they absorb water, quickly causing blockages. Place a small basket next to the toilet to collect all these materials: this will prevent them from clogging the drains and preventing proper functioning.

Blocked Drains Pipes: solutions and remedies

Of course, there are other causes beyond our control, such as broken pipes or improper installation, and in these situations the only solution is to immediately contact a professional.

 

Methods for blocked drains :

• salt and baking soda (4 tablespoons coarse salt + 4 tablespoons baking soda) or salt and vinegar (500 ml white wine vinegar + 4 tablespoons coarse salt), left to act in the drain for about 20 minutes, then pour in 1 liter of hot water.

• baking soda and citric acid (1 cup baking soda + 1 cup citric acid): the combination will create a “fizzing” effect that will help dissolve blocked drains debris. After letting this mixture sit in the drain for at least half an hour, pour in 1 liter of hot water.

These methods can help you solve small problems, or be used as a preventative measure, to be performed periodically, to combat limescale buildup and avoid larger problems.

Blocked Drains Problems: When to Call the Professionals

For the most difficult clogged pipe situations, and especially for emergencies, it’s always advisable to rely on professionals. These include septic tank cleaning companies that perform pipe unblocking services using modern equipment and qualified personnel:

•  mechanical probes
•  pressure jets
•  pressure washers
•  canal jets,
•  wet and dry vacuum cleaners.

Water flow will return to normal, and all your drainpipe problems will soon be solved!

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