DRAINAGE PROBLEMS EXPLAINED
Have you ever been in the situation when the solution to your blocked drain problem seems to be more complicated than the problem itself? At Tay~Forth we always ensure that we offer our customers the best solution to the blocked drain problem they are experiencing. We believe that the best solution from which you benefit as a customer is one which you can understand. So, why not take a few minutes to read over our explanations for some of the drain problems you may be experiencing?
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There are many problems associated with blocked drains. The most common problems are listed below:
- Blocked or overflowing drains
- Root ingress from trees or shrubs
- Chokes and internal blockages
- Damaged or collapsed drains
- Sunken or dropped drain systems
Similarly there can be a variety of reasons why these problems occur and these may include:
- Fat Encrustation:
Fat and oils from your foods solidify in the drains until nothing can pass. - Rough Surfaces / Angles:
The benching to the manhole is rough or the angle of the inlet pipes aren't correct then tissue can adhere,
then build up, and cause blockages. - Silt:
Sand, cement and tile grout washed down after building works lay in the bottom of the drain restricting flow - causing build up. - Displaced Joints:
If the joints have moved, the step between the sections can hold back solids causing a build up. - Radial Cracks / Broken Segments:
Tissue gets caught and this can hold back solids causing a build up. - Root Ingress:
If the joints are open or the drains have cracked, roots find their way in. - Improper Items:
Such as toilet fresheners, kid's toys or false teeth. - Lost Drain Rods:
A drain rod may be the cause of the drain blockage.
Blocked drains can be a real headache; they can cause an awful lot of mess and even more stress. Rather than trying to deal with the problem yourself it is often more advisable to call in an expert. At Tay~Forth our extensive experience of blocked drains more than qualifies us to be able to deal with any drainage problem you might be having and give you peace of mind at all times.
- Blocked toilets can be as messy as any of the other drainage problems you might experience and there are a variety of reasons for having blocked toilets.
- Toilets are not designed to cope with large quantities of mass such as nappies, tampon or lots of toilet paper. The system can easily become clogged due to one or more of these.
- Broken pipes - a slight break in a pipe/drain is enough to cause waste to build up and will most likely repeat itself if the problem is not rectified. Our engineer may recommend a CCTV survey to visibly see the problem and provide viable ways of preventing any further blockages.
- Lack of maintenance - regularly cleaning, plunging and flushing your toilet will prevent the slow build up of scale and small bits of waste turning into larger problems.
Bigger problems - If more than one fitting (sink, basin, bath, shower) is blocked, the problem may be in the soil stack or main drain. Our engineers will be able to best advise you how to solve this. Tay~Forth Maintenance is a friendly family-run business which is renowned locally for its fantastic dedication to customer service. Our qualified and experienced engineers will arrive quickly and assess the blocked drain problem you may be experiencing. We can then provide you with a quote which we feel sure you will find is very competitive within the local area. We work quickly, efficiently and as unobtrusively as possible in order to restore your home to the place you know so well. We also offer full repair and excavation work to any existing pipe work.If you are interested in dealing with a company known for its integrity and reliability simply pick up the phone and give us a ring or contact us by clicking on the Tay~Forth link below to our contacts page.
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Helpfull Hints
If you have ever had a blocked drain you will surely remember the disruption and headaches it caused. Unfortunately you just don't know when blocked drains might happen but you are guaranteed that they will cause the maximum disruption and mess possible. Don't worry though, Tay~Forth Maintenance are on hand to help with all your blocked drain problems. Why not learn something from our vast experience and read on to discover some of the top tips for avoiding blocked drains. To help you with the maintenance of your drains, please find below a helpful guide to keeping drains flowing freely:
- Do not pour fat, oil or anything greasy down your kitchen sink - this will help avoid fat encrustation which decreases the carrying capacity of the pipes
- Avoid an overuse of washing powder in your washing machine as this may result in blocked drains
- Do not flush any improper objects down the toilets which may cause internal blockages - e.g. toilet fresheners, toys etc. and try to keep these items away from the toilet to prevent them accidentally being knocked in
- Lift drain covers regularly to check that the drains are flowing freely
- Remove all build up of hair that may get caught in plugholes
- Regularly clean toilets, baths and sinks with disinfectant
- Do not flush sanitary waste or nappies down the toilet as these may cause drains to become blocked
- Ensure that all guttering and drain grates are free from leaves and garden waste
Blocked drains can be a health hazard, which is why you will require an expert to help you with all your blocked drain problems. At Tay~Forth Maintenance we provide drain solutions for all drainage problems throughout your local area. If you are looking for a friendly and courteous company which has specialist drainage engineers to help you with your drainage problems, then be sure to give us a call.
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