What causes blocked drains?
Understanding the exact cause of a blocked drain can be difficult for several reasons, as your drains are connected to each sink, toilet and even a washing machine. This creates multiple places for a clog drain to form.
Common things that cause a blocked drain:
- TREE ROOTS & DEAD LEAVES
can build up creating a barrier preventing the flow of water
- HAIR
builds up and causes serious blockages in shower drains
- FATS, OILS AND GREASE
don’t mix well with water
- FOREIGN OBJECTS
that get flushed down the toilet (e.g. toys)
- COFFEE GROUNDS
when wet they cling together which can cause blockages
- FOOD WASTE
can be difficult to break down or sticks to your pipes