Do you have a problem with your drainage system? In some cases, it might be as simple as using too much drain cleaner. But often there is something more serious going on inside the actual drains and pipes of your house — and you might not even realize it. Hair and soap scum can build up and stick to the inside of your pipes, causing clogs that make water flow slow or stop completely.
Residential Plumbing Contractors Winder who spends their days unclogging sewage lines can tell you what they’ve seen people put down their drains over the years—and you may be surprised at some of these items:
- Makeup remover wipes (including baby wipes)
- Cotton balls
- Cigarette butts
- Q-tips
- Paper towels
- Razor blades
- Used dental floss
- Nail clippings
- Medications, vitamins, and supplements
Why? Because these things may not break apart easily (if at all) inside your wastewater pipes, causing potential blockages that require professional help to remove.
How do Winder-based residential plumbers know what causes problems in drainage systems?
From experience — which is why they only hire longtime employees rather than workers fresh out of training school. They know what they’re looking for, and the problems it can cause down the line. If you have a problem with your drainage system at home or work, call us today to learn about our sewer & drain cleaning company.
Next, they can help you to work out the best way to avoid future issues with your drains. Although you can’t know exactly what may or may not cause a clog in your house’s drainage system, there are some good rules of thumb for preventing problems:
- Use cold water whenever possible
- Avoid pouring grease down the drain
- Don’t flush items that are labeled as “flushable” unless they are made specifically to dissolve quickly inside wastewater pipes
- Do not use harsh chemicals like Drano to clear blockages if at all possible because these chemicals can damage plumbing fixtures over time
- Monitor children and pets closely when they’re near the garbage disposal or drains/pipes.
If these don’t help call a professional sewer & drain cleaning company who can really help you with your drainage problem.