- Unpleasant odours from your drains.
- Gurgling sounds.
- Slow draining sink, showers, baths.
- Toilet water levels are low or high.
- Water pooling outside.
Have you noticed?
These can be signs that your property has a blocked drain.
The most common causes of blocked drains in Adelaide’s homes:
1. Foreign Objects: Items like hair, soap scum, food particles, and small objects can accumulate and block pipes over time.
2. Grease and Oil: Pouring cooking grease and oil down the drain can lead to buildups that restrict water flow.
3. Tree Roots: Tree roots can infiltrate pipes, causing blockages and damage as they grow.
4. Toilet Paper and Hygiene Products: Flushing excessive toilet paper or non-flushable items can clog toilet drains.
5. Mineral Buildup: Minerals in hard water can accumulate and form deposits inside pipes.
6. Collapsed or Damaged Pipes: Aging or damaged pipes can collapse or develop cracks, leading to blockages.
7. Poor Drain Design: Incorrectly sloped or designed drains may not allow water to flow freely, causing backups.
8. Heavy Rainfall or Flooding: Heavy rain can overwhelm sewer systems, leading to temporary blockages.
9. Construction Debris: During construction or remodelling, debris can inadvertently enter drainage systems.
10. Deterioration and Corrosion: Over time, pipes can deteriorate or corrode, reducing their capacity.
Regular maintenance and proper disposal practices can help prevent many of these common causes of blocked drains.
THE EXPERTISE AND THE RIGHT TOOLS TO GET THE JOB DONE RIGHT!
Hills Emergency Plumbing use state of the art equipment including digital drain cameras to locate the obstruction, revolutionary Hydro-jet machines to clear your blocked drain and get things back to running smoothly.
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