Reasons Your Drain Is Blocked There are several common reasons your drain could become blocked. This should
always be dealt with quickly to avoid the blockage becoming worse and your
drains potentially being damaged. By knowing what has caused the blockage, you can
make sure this is resolved easily.
B &
S Pipeline Solutions offer drain clearance for all drainage issues you encounter.
We will always offer a fast response, using the best equipment and methods to
resolve all issues.
Hair Perhaps the most common reason your drain becomes blocked is
due to hair building up within the drain. Removing hair from your drain is
often moderately easy but it can become clogged up and if you fail to address
this issue quickly, your drain blockage will only worsen.
Whilst it is a common problem, it is not easily avoidable. Small
amounts of hair can be removed by using gloves and pulling out the hair from
the drain. Some hair removal chemicals could cause more problems so if the hair
can not be removed and the problem persists with blockages, you should contact
blocked drain
specialists .
Toiletry Blockages People commonly flush items down the toilets that should not
be flushed. From common issues such as baby wipes to other non-biodegradable
items, this will cause the toilet to block as not all items will be flushed
down properly and travel down your pipes smoothly.
You should only flush items down your toilet that are
completely biodegradable, ensuring your drains are not blocked because of your
toilet. This can also be one of the most difficult blockages to dispose of. You
should always seek a professional if you think your toilet has caused blockages
to your drains and pipes. Not only does unblocking need to be completed safely, but it can also become a very unpleasant environment due to the other items that will
come out during unblocking!
Broken Pipes It may be difficult to identify broken pipes if they are not
on show but if you notice that pipes have begun to fracture, this will often
lead to more blockages than a fully functioning pipe would. Not only does the
blockage need to be removed quickly but failing to remove the blockage will
mean the condition of the pipe could decrease further.
For broken pipes, this a problem we do not advise repairing
yourself. You may be able to sustain visible leaks from pipes for a period of
time, however, the problem could worsen for broken pipes without full repairs
or replacements to the area of the pipe that is faulty. If blocked drains have
occurred due to broken pipes, the pipe should be repaired thoroughly.
Plants & Dirt Blockages do not only occur from problems caused inside your
property. Sometimes the faults can be completely out of your hands as plants,
dirt, leaves and other items can cause blockages. If you notice that outside
your property, dirt or fallen debris has caused your drains to block, sometimes
you will be able to remove this from your drain.
However, if the blockage is quite severe, specialist equipment
should be used to remove the items, rather than pushing them further in and making
the blockage even worse. Try to avoid this problem occurring by having regular
maintenance and ensuring that any debris, plants, leaves or dirt around your property
exterior is kept well out of the way of your drainage system and pipes.
Contact Us For advice on why your drain may be blocked or how you can
prevent this problem occurring and resolve it, speak to B & S Pipeline
Solutions today. You will always receive a fast response from our team, booking
a suitable time to visit your property and complete any drain clearance
services. Call us on 01343 821 775 07863 100 866 contact form to make an enquiry.
