Toilet wont flush? Sewerage in your backyard? Gurgling sounds? Causes of blocked drains is something your local plumbers faces every single day. It’s the pesky blocked drain in Sydney – and the main reason it’s so common is that the list of things that cause blocked drains and stubborn blockages can be so long and diverse.
Worse still, every blocked drain needs fairly instant attention, not just because a backed up sink blockage or other fixture is annoyingly disruptive. Every blocked drain can also cause smelly drains, unwanted sewerage, bacteria and other nasties too close to home and cause one expensive mess if not addressed and ignored.
In the worst cases, an ignored blocked drain can disguise an even bigger, messier and more expensive plumbing problem.
So what causes all of these blocked drain headaches? It’s a long list, so let’s get on with some causes.
You know what we find down kitchen sinks more often than anything else? Grease and fat. In the bathroom, soap grease and other residue combined with hair collects, conglomerates and solidifies.
A strand may be nothing, but when it rolls into a giant ball, hair can really bring a drain to a standstill.
Believe it or not, people flush nappies, huge clumps of cleaning paper/roller towel, wipes and just about everything else down the toilet – including children’s toys.
We’d always rather find a toy causing the drain blockage than tree roots because that’s a more serious plumbing repair. But you would be amazed how much leaf, plant and tree debris can actually cause a blocked sewer drain, blocked downpipe or a stormwater drain blockage.
An interesting read by Sydney Water gives some excellent ideas to consider in regards to wastewater blockages what you can do to prevent them and signs of wastewater blockages? Having an understanding of what is your responsibly to what is Sydney Waters responsibility can save you time and money.
Did you get a bad feeling from your last plumber? Unfortunately, your instincts may have been correct, because bad workmanship – including poor installations – is a leading cause of many plumbing problems. Make sure the job is done right the first time using a CCTV drain camera.
Unfortunately, most plumbing pipes are susceptible to something called pipe scaling – when mineral deposits from the water build-up on the inside of pipe walls. A clear sign of one of these mineral or drain blockages might be the presence of blocked drain-loving drain flies, so keep an eye out for this.
Another unfortunate problem is deterioration – especially if your home or premises is getting on in age. Weather changes, pipes shift, corrosion and breakages happen.
Another cause of drain blockages can be due to nothing more than the angle of your pipes because plumbing systems rely heavily on mere gravity. Pipes should not hold water.
Even if everything is laid properly and professionally, another regrettable fact is that plumbing systems can become overwhelmed with the workload. This is especially true after a lot of heavy rain or a storm. You may need to add more drains to your drainage system to cope with the amount of water.
Not all pipes are made the same. For instance, yours might be made of copper, cast iron, old urban wear, plastics or even clay – and all of them have their vulnerabilities, including brittleness, corrosion, susceptibility to cracking, crushing and collapsing.
Bonus Read: How to Unblock a Drain Fast? Check These 6 Steps!
No matter what caused it, Affordable Plumbing Solutions can fix it. A lot can go wrong with your drains and plumbing, but when you have a reliable and professional local Sydney plumber who can respond in an emergency, there’s no need to worry about your next blocked drain. We offer high pressure water jetting throughout Sydney. If you need any help or advice call the team at Affordable Plumbing Solutions today 0417 142 430