How to Avoid Blocked Drains

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How to Avoid Blocked Drains


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

   In case you are having renovations done on your own property ensure they cover all exposed pipes so no debris falls down the pipes causing a blocked drain.
   Keep drains and sinks clear of hair - put it in the bin
   Don't flush sanitary items, nappies or baby wipes down a drain
   Use sink strainers in your 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 be flushed down the toilet
   And yes while children think it is interesting to view a toy disappear down a 'waterfall' of water, objects being flushed down the bathroom . can also cause blocked drains.

Do you realize 75% of sewage overflows certainly are a consequence of tree roots blocking drains? With tree roots growing about one . 5 times the distance of the adult plants branches it is possible to reduce the prospect of blocked drains by planting trees as far away from your sewer lines as possible.

Your sewer lines can be found by clicking on this Sydney Water connect to Quick Check where one can obtain a copy of one's property's drainage diagram. http://sydneywater.com.au/BuildingDeveloping/QuickCheck/QuickCheckAgents.cfm

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