How to Avoid Blocked Drains

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How to Avoid Blocked Drains

Now that  https://www.tcmdraincare.co.uk/ 've had your blocked drain cleared or replaced there are a few important things you must know to help minimise the likelihood of it blocking up again. Here are some recommendations to keeping your drains:



If you are having renovations done on your property ensure they cover all exposed pipes so no debris falls down the pipes causing a blocked drain.
Keep drains and sinks free from hair - put it in the bin
Don't flush sanitary items, nappies or baby wipes down a drain
Use sink strainers in the kitchen
No fats, oils or food scraps should be washed down the drain
Be cautious of clip on toilet fresheners that can fall off and become flushed down the bathroom .
And yes while children find it interesting to watch a toy disappear down a 'waterfall' of water, objects being flushed down the toilet can also cause blocked drains.

Do you realize 75% of sewage overflows certainly are a result of tree roots blocking drains? With tree roots growing about one . 5 times the length of the adult plants branches it is possible to reduce the potential for blocked drains by planting trees as a long way away from your sewer lines as you possibly can.

Your sewer lines are available by simply clicking this Sydney Water connect to Quick Check where you can obtain a copy of your property's drainage diagram. http://sydneywater.com.au/BuildingDeveloping/QuickCheck/QuickCheckAgents.cfm

Here are the issue species in accordance with Sydney Water