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 or 07863 100 866 or fill in our contact form to make an enquiry.
