Drain Clog Prevention

 

Water Works Of Drainpipes

The plumbing system in a house has two separate subsystems, one subsystem brings in freshwater while the other disposes of waste-water out from the house. The water that enters the house is under pressure at about 50-60 psi so that it can go around corners, upstairs and anywhere else it is required, it passes through a meter that reads the amount of water used.

Waste-water is pulled down by gravity and exits through the drainpipes while air from the vents keep the drains running smoothly. Vents are used to ventilate supply pipes to prevent the build up of sewage gases in the house. If a vent is too far away it won’t allow enough fast drainage when breaking the vacuum. The main stop valve is located closest to the meter, however other fixtures in the house should have individual stop valves so that only one section of flow can be shut off. How well a plumbing system works depends on the plumber’s skills.

How To Prevent Drain Clogs

A clog occurs from gradual build up of organic matter, if not cleaned properly, hair and grease will accumulate on the inside of the drainpipes over time. When a large clump of debris or hair passes through it can become stuck resulting in a clog. Tree roots are the main cause of clogs in sewer lines, especially in older houses. Whenever these issues arise, it is important to call for professional Drain Cleaning services.

Before applying these techniques, take an inventory of all drains in the house. Avoid putting food scrapes in your garbage disposal and always run with cold water after doing dishes and keep water flowing for a few minutes after shutting off. There are certain foods you should never put down the garbage disposal as these can jam the blades.

Use a good quality sink strainer that fits for the drains and clean it often. Periodically flush pipelines for the house as this sometimes helps to dislodge build-up of matter. Have the house septic system inspected regularly and if there are problems, look into a trench-less sewer line replacement.

Only waste and toilet paper should go down the toilet and never flush too much at once. Never pour paint or paint thinner down the drains as this can damage them. Don’t pour grease down the drain, keep lint out of laundry tub drain and use screen covers for shower drains.

Are you looking for Drain Cleaning services in the Stuart area? Look no further than Allore’s Plumbing, call us today at (772) 288-0998.