Blocked Drains - When to call a plumber
As experienced plumbers in Sydney, we can safely say that of all the things that bother residents of the city, blocked drains are high up on the list. One of our most common call-outs is to clear blocked drains . As local plumbing specialists, we wanted to share a little of what our experienced, qualified and friendly plumbers know about blocked drains in Sydney so that you don’t waste any time or resources in the event of a plumbing crisis.
How to fix blocked drains
First of all, we have to set out a clear warning to begin with. When you have an issue with your plumbing, it is tempting to Google ‘how to fix blocked drains’ and try a DIY job. Here’s our top tip for the day: don’t do this, plumbers are licensed professionals for a reason. Not only will attempting to solve your own blocked drain problem potentially create far greater issues that will cost more to fix, you could also seriously hurt or injure yourself in the process.
Any drain in the house can become blocked. Kitchen sinks often trap food and other foreign objects (think teaspoons), toilets are commonly blocked with someone having flushed something that should never have been flushed, and even your shower can get clogged with grime, hair and oils over time.
Now that we’ve looked at the common causes of blocked drains, let’s think about how to best avoid them:
Kitchen sinks
Always use a catcher in your kitchen sink drain and try not to let any food scraps enter the pipes. No, the water will not just wash them away. Over time, these can build up and stop the water from flowing through.
Blocked toilets
Rule number one – don’t flush anything that shouldn’t be flushed. What may come as a surprise are the things that fall into the list of ‘do not flush’.
Here’s the main thing: if it says ‘flushable’ on the packaging, it doesn’t mean that it is safe for your toilet (or the environment). Flushable wipes are a common culprit of blocked toilet drains in homes where the residents try their best to look after their drains and don’t believe that they’re doing anything wrong.
Think back to the old days and you know that only nature’s callings and toilet paper should be flushed.
Shower drain blockages
The usual culprit of blocked shower drains isn’t the soap scum and grime itself, but the mixture of this plus hair. When washing your hair, try to remove stray hairs from the drain after showering.
In the bathroom, blocked drains are obvious because the water will start to drain more slowly than usual until eventually, it stops draining and leaves puddles on your shower base. Don’t wait for this to happen. Call a professional before it becomes a major issue.
Call Pure Plumbing Professionals to fix your blocked drains in Sydney. We are professional, reliable, and punctual, and your satisfaction is guaranteed, call 02 9191 7374.
