Clogged drains can be a real pain in the neck! Before calling a professional, there are some home remedies you can try to unclog them. But first, you should try to figure out what’s causing the clogged drains. Here are some possible scenarios:
What Causes Clogged Drains
- Foreign objects or debris – From hair clogging up the drain, to greasy soap residue, fatty deposits or food shoved down the drain, the number one cause for a clogged drains is foreign objects. Over time even a small build up can attract more and more materials, eventually blocking the flow of water completely.
- Heavy rains or storms – A flash flood or storm causes a torrent of water rushing through the drainage system. If the gutters haven’t been cleaned for a while, all the leaf matter and soil build-up is flushed through the pipes at the same time. Stormwater pipes are not designed to handle large quantities of water, so they often block up after a big rain. A blocked stormwater drain can lead to flooding and property damage, so it pays to get your gutters cleaned on a regular basis.
- Broken pipes – A broken pipe will stop water flowing freely, and the build-up of water might cause the drain to collapse completely. Broken pipes are commonly caused by poor installation, age or tree roots. Tree roots can cause enormous damage to your pipes. If you’ve got a tree with invasive roots, it might be time to get it looked at. Blockages in underground pipes need extensive investigation to identify where the problem is. It’s expensive and, depending on where the problem lies, can be very disruptive.
- Incorrect pipe installation – Badly installed pipes can become misaligned or can even collapse, leading to damage in both yours and your neighbors’ properties.
- Water flow – Drainage is all about gravity. Incorrect pipe installation with inadequate falls leads to the build-up of particles and debris which eventually results in clogged drains. To ensure water flows correctly it is essential that that pipes are installed correctly.
If you’ve got a clogged drains, Richie ‘D’ Drain Cleaning, LLC offers professional and reliable drain services to the Bergen County and Hudson County area. Some service towns include North Bergen, Harrison, Hoboken, Union City, Jersey City, West New York, Hackensack, Rutherford, Lodi, Englewood, Bayonne, and many more. For more information, contact us at (201) 583-9339 or visit our website.