Clogged drains can be frustrating and inconvenient for any setting. Blocked drains bring everything to a halt and you would then need to do a lot of work to have them running as efficiently as before. The truth is blockages can lead to expensive repairs yet they can be avoided. The fact that you may not be the only person in your home using the sinks, showers and other amenities makes it hard to control what happens when others are using. But there is always something you can do to keep your floor drains, toilet drains and sink drains free from blockage.
1. Ensure filters are always firmly in place
The filters over drains are designed in such a way that they allow water to drain off without allowing invasive materials that could lead to clogging to pass through. Ensure that these filters are high in quality and firmly in place so they do not move out of place allowing other materials through. Choose drains that are good enough to allow smooth flow of water and keep all solid residues out.
2. Ensure that you clean your filters
Apart from ensuring that they are always in place, you should also clear any collection of solids around your filters after every use. Allowing the solids to stay on the filter increases their chances of getting washed into the drain this leading to the blockages. Remove by hand if you are using the kitchen sink or sweep them off on floor drains. The rule here is to ensure that filters are as clean and clear as possible with every use.
3. Keep fats, grease and hairs off your drains
Fats and greases are the common clogging material for kitchen sinks. Instead of forcing them down your drain, it is better to have a can near your sink where you can deposit grease and fat for proper disposal. Build-up of greases on pipes eventually leads to blockage making it hard for water to go through smoothly. It helps to pour hot water through your drains every once in a while to keep such clogging at bay but keeping the greases out is the best remedy. It is also important to keep hairs off the sinks and drains because they easily lead to clogging.
4. Stay alert to identify issues early
The earlier you can identify a draining problem the easier it will be to take care of it before it escalates. When it comes to blocked drains, the most common signs are slowed drainage speeds and bubbling when water goes down the drain. If your filter can come off you can try finding the materials causing the blockage or you can use a pump to alleviate the issue. If you do not know how to resolve it, call in a plumber to handle them problem before it becomes too complex and expensive. Never ignore the signs as they can lead to bigger damages to your drainage system costing you a lot in the end.
Source by Shalini Madhav
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