Even for the most experienced plumber in Perth, it is difficult to immediately determine the root cause of any drain blockage we come across. The reality is, in many situations, there is more than one cause for blocked drain servicing. However, what we can do is try to narrow down these causes based on the location of the blockage. Drain issues in the kitchen are usually an issue of grease or food debris in the pipes and this is only one typical example. The causes get much less hygienic, and more concerning for other drains in other parts of the home. In an attempt to assist homeowners in doing everything they can to prevent blockages, we’ve packaged some advice below to keep in mind when trying to prevent frequent emergency call outs or otherwise. Even though we’re sure these tips will help to mitigate blockages, no matter how careful we are about keeping them clean clogged drains are still likely to happen.
Many of the items we use in our everyday cooking aren’t okay for a wash down the drain because they affect the pipework negatively. Things like grease, food scraps and even something disregarded as breadcrumbs can very easily catch in the pipework and cause blockages over time. The grease you cook with melts down to a liquid on high heat but once you chuck it down the drain, it will turn solid and can stick to the insides of the pipes. The sticky substance will stay in the pipework and build up as more is thrown down the drain. You should be disposing of oil in your normal trashcan by placing it in a bottle or jar. You will have to be strict about disposing of oil, fats, and scraps.
Your toilet is an effective drain for waste but other than that and toilet paper, it is highly susceptible to blockages. Flushing other objects aside from toilet paper are one of the main causes of toilet blockages. Things that you may think are safe for flushing aren’t and they include baby wipes and sanitary items which can easily get stuck in your pipes causing a blocked toilet. Sanitary products made of cotton and plastic can permanently damage your whole sewer system and leave you in a situation that requires the replacement of the drains.
Even if you aren’t experiencing any immediate concerns, it is a good idea to ensure that your drains and general pipework are cleaned and inspected by licensed plumbers once a year. This is one of the best ways to prevent future blockages or at least the accumulation of build-up in the pipes that eventually leads to blockages. Call in one of our professional drain inspection experts and we can easily spot drainage issues that are not evident immediately. It takes a keen, professional eye to spot these kinds of problems and that’s what you’ll get with the team at Historic Plumbing. Maintenance can cost you so much less than the blockage that will eventually occur without it.
This will be a pre-arranged agreement between you and your local plumbing expert which usually happens on an annual basis. The professional will arrive on-site and check your drainpipes to see if there are problems which require additional work. There are a couple of routine tests they may perform to determine this, and this is ultimately to give you useful and legitimate advice. Outside of inspection services, you should also recognize when you need the expertise of a professional in general plumbing usage. Blocked drains are an emergency if you spot puddles, strong odours, or gurgling sounds in the pipes. These are all signs that immediate intervention is needed and if left too long can cause unnecessary problems and further damage down the line.
We have a team of highly experienced clogged drain specialists in Perth, and they know exactly what is required to clear even the most stubborn drain blockages quickly and efficiently. We use modern machinery and equipment that is primed for quick solution-based response, and you won’t regret welcoming one of our friendly plumbers into your home. We will treat it with the care it deserves, and we guarantee to do so even with historical plumbing systems in Perth. We offer preventive maintenance with professional pipe repair and replacement, but we also offer the necessary repairs to get your system back up to scratch. Call us now on 0430 290 153 and we can dispatch our team to residents North of the River, South of the River and in The Hills.
Historic Plumbing is a family-run plumbing company helping Perth residents with their plumbing and gas fitting problems for more than 10 years.
