{"id":6083,"date":"2023-05-31T11:51:59","date_gmt":"2023-05-31T01:51:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nuflow.net\/logan\/?p=6083"},"modified":"2024-03-01T12:16:35","modified_gmt":"2024-03-01T02:16:35","slug":"unblocking-drains-to-diy-or-call-in-a-professional","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nuflow.net\/logan\/unblocking-drains-to-diy-or-call-in-a-professional\/","title":{"rendered":"Unblocking Drains: To DIY or Call in a Professional?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Should you have a go at unblocking drains yourself, or is it something that is best left in the hands of a professional?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While in some cases blocked drains occur simply due to a build-up of <a href=\"\/brisbane-south\/dealing-with-drain-sludge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">drain sludge<\/a>, often it\u2019s an indication of a bigger underlying issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some tips to help you determine what to do next if you suspect you have a blocked drain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SIGNS OF A BLOCKED DRAIN<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chances are you\u2019ve already noticed one or more of the following signs of a blocked drain:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Water draining slowly from the shower, bath or sink.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toilet water levels rising.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gurgling noises.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unusual smells.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Overflowing drains (this one usually requires urgent attention!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">DIY STRATEGIES FOR UNBLOCKING DRAINS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your blocked drain is in the kitchen, bathroom, or laundry, you could try the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use a plunger to help shift build-ups of drain sludge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pour boiling water, or a commercial cleaning product down the drain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mix 1 cup of vinegar with \u00bd cup of bicarb soda and leave in drain overnight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unscrew the u-bend of the sink to see if a blockage can be removed from there.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>if these attempts are not successful, it\u2019s likely the issue is beyond your standard build-up of food, grease, hair, or lint. Time to call in a <a href=\"\/logan\/drainage-specialist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">drainage specialist<\/a>! Not only would it be time-consuming to continue investigating yourself; you could do further damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">THE LONG TERM SOLUTION FOR UNBLOCKING DRAINS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An inspection by&nbsp;a plumbing professional specialising in repairing blocked or damaged pipes and drains \u2013 such as <a href=\"\/logan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nuflow Logan<\/a> &#8211; is your next step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best part? <strong>Nuflow\u2019s patented \u201cno dig\u201d technology<\/strong>, which utilises high definition <a href=\"\/brisbane-south\/what-signs-lead-to-needing-a-cctv-drain-inspection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CCTV cameras<\/a> and existing plumbing access points to identify the problem &#8211; <em>and then fix it \u2013 <\/em>all without disrupting or damaging your home or business. Phew!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In some cases, the use of a drain snake or \u2018eel,\u2019 or a <a href=\"\/brisbane-south\/jet-rodding-the-solution-for-major-pipe-blockages\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">high pressure water jet<\/a> may be enough to clear the blockage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if invasive tree roots or cracked or deteriorating pipes are detected \u2013 pipe relining is often the best solution to prevent the problem from recurring down the track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our Nuflow team can seal and repair damaged pipes by inserting a liner which adheres to the original pipework, making it stronger than new \u2013 all backed by a 10 year installation warranty and up to a 50 year manufacturers&#8217; product warranty!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When it comes to unblocking drains, we are the experts in Logan, offering long-term solutions through innovative technology and techniques. Contact us today for help with your blocked drains on (07) 3277 8401.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Should you have a go at unblocking drains yourself, or is it something that is best left in the hands of a professional? While in some cases blocked drains occur simply due to a build-up of drain sludge, often it\u2019s an indication of a bigger underlying issue. 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