Blocked Drain Prevention Gold Coast_waterlinkplumbing.com.au

1. Blocked drains are a common plumbing problem, the main cause of a blocked drain inside the house are sanitary products, wipes, paper towels and hair. Clogged drains start as a minor problem but if not dealt with correctly can quickly escalate into a major plumbing problem. How can I prevent these 4 common causes from blocking my drain? Women’s sanitary products – Unlike toilet paper, tampons do not break down in water when flushed. You may think you have got away with flushing a tampon as there has never been as issue before but over time if one gets stuck, other tampons can easily catch on and block your pipes. Wipes – there are many new wipes on the market that claim to be flushable, I recommend that you don’t flush wipes down the toilet despite what the label says. They will flush with ease but the problem will come later down the track. The wipes will move through the sewer system and if tree roots are present (a common problem in older pipes) the wipes will catch on and clog your sewer which will then start backing up into your home. Paper towels – any type of paper towel including napkins are not designed to break down in water like toilet paper. Flushing them can result in a blockage, always make sure your house is well stocked with toilet paper to avoid the need to flush paper towels. Hair – The best way to avoid hair going down the drain is to ensure all drains have guards to catch the hair, make sure you are cleaning the guards regularly. Website :- https://waterlinkplumbing.com.au/