Since clogs can only worsen with time, the blocked drain should fix immediately. Knowing the reasons behind the common blockage of drains can help you prevent problems before they begin. The top 6 reasons are listed below.
1: Flushable Wipes
If it’s baby wipes or cleaning products, such products shouldn’t flush into the toilet. Even when the wipes you purchase advertising to be “flushable,” don’t do it. The only thing you have to wash is toilet paper. A clogged drain caused by flushable wipes usually results from professionals performing plumbing repairs.
2: Hair
Hair of the human body is a frequent cause of blocked drains. Most stubborn clogs have hair, particularly in bathtubs, showers, and bathroom sinks. Hair can get knotted and mixed with other substances such as soap scum and grease, eventually affixing itself to drains.
3: Fat, Oil, and Grease
Greasy substances can create severe problems for drain systems, causing them to solidify and block the drains. If this doesn’t happen, the debris could cause it to accumulate and eventually make it difficult for the drainage system to complete its job correctly. It takes just a tiny amount of grease to create problems since it covers the pipes and eventually hardens.
4: Soap Scum
As time passes, soap scum builds up. It is particularly prevalent in bathrooms, showers, and laundry drains, causing slow drains and eventually backups. Soap scum could become mixed with other debris and cause obstructions. Making the switch to liquid soap may aid in avoiding these kinds of blocks since they clean the drain much faster than the residue from bar soap.
5: Plants and Leaves
It’s not uncommon for gutters in the exterior to become blocked due to leaves and plants, particularly during the fall. It is possible to prevent the growth of plants and leaves from creating obstructions by installing the drain guard. Drain guards let water pass through while keeping foliage and debris from the drain’s surface.
6: Roots of Tree
Tree roots could cause damage to drainage pipes and cause a considerable degree of harm. Tree roots may enter even the smallest openings in drainpipes. When the origins make it through the line, they will continue to grow in a way that blocks water flow, creating significant damage. If this happens, you’ll have to call an expert for drain cleaning to solve the issue.
Blockages to drains are among the most frequent plumbing issues. We will employ the most recent technology to eliminate the blockage from the drain. Email us at info@ottawaplumbingservice.com or call Ottawa Plumbing Service at (613) 317-1682.
