The Benefits of Drain Maintenance Work For Your Property

Domestic, commercial or industrial, good drainage is needed in all types of properties and premises, but English sewage and sanitation hasn’t always been the best. Until the 1800’s the River Thames was still used as an open sewer, creating a foul smell across the city and contributing to the spread of disease. It wasn’t until Joseph Bazalgette took charge as chief engineer, that Britain’s sewage and drainage systems were revolutionised for the better. Today, the UK’s drains make it easy for waste to leave our homes in a sanitary way - which means no more throwing our waste out of our windows like they did in the Middle Ages! Think about what’s going down your drains on a daily basis, with the amount of water, soap and dirt that's flushed down the system, it’s important that you maintain good working drains. Unfortunately, many homeowners and business owners don’t realise the importance until a problem arises, and this can lead to even bigger issues. However, by using your drain correctly and with regular maintenance from drainage consultants your drains should stay in good nick for years to come. So, how else can your home or business benefit from drain maintenance? Read on for a detailed guide about looking after your drains. SIGNS YOUR DRAINS NEED LOOKING AT If your drains are experiencing problems, then it’s likely that you’ll spot some tell-tale signs. You should never ignore them, as doing so is counter-productive and you could find yourself in a more complicated and expensive situation than you would have been if you took action sooner. Common signs that your drains need looking at include: - SLOW DRAINING OR RISING WATER: If water is rising out or not going down the plug hole, sink or toilet smoothly, then this is likely to be caused by a blockage somewhere in the pipe. Noone wants to stand in a pool of water while showering, and you certainly don’t want toilet water rising in your home or business. - STRANGE SOUNDS: Another sign of partially blocked drains is gurgling and other strange sounds, as this indicates that there is trapped air in the drain. A gradual build up of hair, food and other foreign materials in the drain prevents air bubbles from flowing down, which is why you may hear a gurgling sound. - SMELLS: Foul odours can make your home unpleasant to be in and your business environment uncomfortable for your employees and customers. Although air freshener may be able to temporarily mask the smell, this is not a long term solution and drainage consultants should be called to assess the problem. - VISIBLE BLOCKAGES: You may be able to see the blockage whether it be hair, food or a build up of sludge. If you can’t reach it with a drain snake and pull it out, it’s probably best to call in the experts who can use specialist tools to remove it. How can a drain survey and drain cleaning services help? A professional drainage company are trained in a whole host of techniques that will maintain your drains. Big or small, it’s not worth leaving drain problems to progress when they can be easily solved by an expert. Here at Drainage Consultants we offer a range of services including drain investigation, drain cleaning and drain rehabilitation that are designed to repair and maintain your system. Common drain solutions include: - Maintenance reports - homes or businesses can benefit from regular maintenance checks, followed by a detailed report that explains the best course of action for any problems spotted. - CCTV surveys - using high-quality cameras, CCTV is often the quickest way of identifying a drain problem for pipes both above and below ground. This method will identify the extent of pipework and their condition, so they can pinpoint exactly what needs to be done. - Emergency clearance - whether it’s at home or in your business premises, emergency situations can put everything on hold. To safeguard you in these situations, it’s important that you have a professional service you can call - a qualified team can help in hazardous incidents, or simple blockages that are putting your business on standby. - Root cutting - often, drainage issues are a result of tree roots and other plants that are growing in the vicinity of pipework or within the pipe itself. However, intrusive roots can be treated with high-pressure water cutting and other specialist gear that will clear your drains, and allow space for sewer repair to be done. Benefits of drain maintenance Just like other areas of your home and business, your drains are just as important and regular maintenance is needed. Even if you aren’t seeing any signs of a blockage or broken pipe, there could be an issue developing further down the line which is why you should organise annual or quarterly reports. Below we explain some of the other important benefits of looking after your drains. Preventing bigger issues You can’t prevent bigger issues from occurring without proper maintenance, you wouldn't let your light bulbs blow without replacing them so don’t let drain maintenance fall behind either. A checkup every so often will keep your drain clog-free, clean and working as they should. Cost-effective Keeping drains clear could in fact save you money in the long run. While regular maintenance is affordable, putting this off could allow more complicated issues to arise in the meantime and leave you out of pocket when it comes to rectifying them. Complete pipe replacement can be costly, so reduce your chances of a big bill my nipping small problems in the bud with the work of a professional team. Minimise disruptions Having a broken drain completely burst around your home or rising water flood your shop is really no ideal. But, with regular maintenance your drains can stay clear and minimise disruptions in your domestic or commercial property. If you need to close your business for major work to take place this can have an effect on your earnings, or you may need to take several days off work if a problem is being worked on in your home. No odours A smelly shop or home is not very welcoming for you, your guests or your customers. Business such as restaurants and bars, for example, could see a knock on effect on their ratings - noone wants to eat or drink in a foul smelly place and this will reflect badly on you. Pleasant environment Your home should be somewhere you can relax and feel comfortable, not somewhere where bad smells are filling every room! Allowing this problem to linger will only make it worse, and for commercial settings and other kinds of businesses your customers and clients won’t be impressed. What you should and shouldn’t put down your drains Do pour and flush: - Toilet waste & toilet paper - Drinks such as tea, smooth juice, water and squash Don’t pour or flush: - Food waste - Grease, fat and oils - Coffee granules and tea bags - Wipes - Sanitary products - Nappies - Chemicals - Paint - Pet litter Drainage Consultants: The specialists in drain cleaning services Here at Drainage Consultants, we work across the UK providing professional drainage work including cleaning, maintenance and sewer repairs for a range of domestic and commercial clients. Don’t put up with poor drainage, get in touch with our expert team today and allows us to assess the problem and take the best course of action.

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