What To Do For Blocked Drains In Cumbria

Drainage Cumbria is a blocked drains company in Cumbria that provides effective and efficient solutions to blocked drains problems. Blocked drains can be a nuisance to deal with, causing inconvenience to homes and businesses especially in the North West of England. When you have a blocked drain, it can be frustrating and stressful, but we at Drainage Cumbria are here to help you solve your drain problem.

What are drains?

Drains are underground pipes that carry waste matter, sewage and water from our homes and businesses to a water sewerage network. These drains are essential to ensure that we have clean water and that the waste we produce is disposed of safely.

What causes blocked drains?

Blocked drains can happen for several reasons, some common causes include:

• Fats and grease from cooking oil
• Soap scum and hair in bathroom drains
• Small objects such as children's toys, pieces of paper, sanitary products among others
• Tree roots penetrating the pipes causing blockages in the pipe
• Foreign objects blocking the pipe
• Heavy rainfall causing the pipe to overflow
• Too much toilet paper being flushed at once.

What to do if you have a blocked drain?

If you have a blocked drain, the first thing you should do is to identify the problem. Once you know the cause of the blockage, you can decide how to resolve it. There are several steps you can take to unblock your drain:

###1. Drain Cleaner

Pouring drain cleaner down the drain can help to dissolve the blockage. It is important that you read the instructions carefully and follow them when using drain cleaner.

###2. Detergent

Dish detergent can be used to break down the fats and grease that accumulate in the drain. Adding a small amount of dish detergent to the drain followed by hot water can help to clear the blockage.

###3. Drain Snake

For more stubborn blockages, you may need to use a drain snake. A drain snake is a long metal wire that is inserted into the pipes to dislodge the blockage. It is important to follow the instructions carefully when using a drain snake.

###4. Vacuum

A wet and dry vacuum can be used to unblock your sink or bath. Place the vacuum over the drain and switch it on to suck up the blockage.

###5. Plunger

A plunger can be used to create suction, which will help to clear the blockage. Cover the drain with the plunger and push and pull it several times to create suction.

###6. Hot Water

Pouring hot water down the drain can help to melt away the blockage. It is important that the water is hot but not boiling.

###7. Unblock Your Toilet Quickly

If your toilet is blocked, you need to act quickly. You can use a plunger to unblock the toilet, but if this does not work, you may need to use a toilet auger. A toilet auger is a long flexible metal wire that is used to dislodge the blockage.

###8. Chemicals

Chemical drain cleaners can be used after other methods have failed but it is important to be cautious about using them as they can be harmful to destroy pipes over time.

###9. Call a Professional

If you have tried all of these methods and the blockage persists, it is time to call a professional drain cleaning service. Drainage Cumbria is here to help you resolve any blocked drain issue quickly and effectively. Our team of expert technicians has the tools and expertise needed to solve even the most complicated drain problem.

Who is responsible for blocked drains?

Blocked drains can be a common problem for homes and businesses. However, determining who is responsible for fixing them can be confusing. Generally, drain pipes that are located within the boundary of your property are your responsibility. However, you may still need to consult the water sewerage network to fix any blockages to the water sewerage system.

How to avoid blocked drains

Preventing blocked drains is easy if you take the right precautions:

• Do not pour fat or cooking oil down the drain
• Dispose of sanitary products, baby wipes, and nappies properly
• Clean your drain regularly to remove soap scum and hair buildup
• Keep grease traps cleaned out regularly
• Do not use too much toilet paper
• Do not flush foreign objects down the toilet.

Why choose Drainage Cumbria?

Drainage Cumbria is a professional blocked drains company in Cumbria with experience in solving even the most complicated of blocked drains. We guarantee a fast response time with no call-out charge. Our team of expert technicians has the tools and expertise needed to identify the root cause of the blockage and provide the most suitable solution to the problem.

Get in touch with Drainage Cumbria

If you have a blocked drain in Cumbria or North West England, contact Drainage Cumbria today. We are available on telephone number 01228 734162 or email us at [email protected]. Our website, drainagecumbria.uk, is full of information about our services, and we would be more than happy to provide you with a no-obligation quote. So why wait, contact us today to unblock your drain problem in minutes, without having to worry about the junk you have to take out and run to your bin before your sink or bath starts to get filled in minutes! We would very much appreciate your feedback by clicking this link.