Hello World! Welcome Friends! A blocked drain can be a major headache for a homeowner. If you don’t figure out what to do about it, you must contend with the blockage going forward. That’s not something anyone wants, so let’s talk about some of the most promising solutions.
Pipe Relining
If you have blocked drains, Reading residents, then you might reline your pipes. This costs less than full pipe replacement. However, it’s still not the cheapest solution, so you might save this one and try some of the less costly options first. You can always go back to this one if nothing else seems to be working.
Boiling Water
Pouring boiling water down the drain costs you nothing, and sometimes, it will get the job done. You may need to do it a few times over the course of a couple of days to get the best results.
Excavation
A plumbing company can excavate your pipes for severe blockages. This is another more drastic solution, but it’s still cheaper in most instances than a total pipe replacement. Usually, when a plumbing company does an excavation, they will replace a small section of pipe that’s causing the issue.
Natural Cleaners
So-called natural cleaners might do the job in some blocked pipe situations. Boiling water poured down the drain, followed by a cup of vinegar and some bicarbonate of soda, can sometimes prove effective. You might need to do this several times, though.
A Hydro Jet
The hydro jet option involves sharp, intense bursts of water. That might clean the pipes, but leave this to a professional. Otherwise, you might damage some of your pipework.
Caustic Cleaners
You can try a caustic cleaner as well. Some hardware stores carry them, such as Home Depot or Lowes. They have caustic chemicals that can eat away blockages more effectively than less harsh substances. This can be a relatively cost-effective solution.
CCTV
A plumber might use CCTV to identify the clog’s location and severity. This usually involves sending a snake-like tool with a camera into the pipe to see what’s happening there. Once the plumber sees the blockage, they can better ascertain the best move.
Plungers
In some instances, you can use a plunger to break up a blockage. Since the plunger forms a seal around the plug hole, the vacuum effect might shake loose whatever is down there.
A Plumber’s Drain Snake
A plumber’s drain snake could do the trick. This involves using the tool to delve deep into the pipe to break up whatever is in there. A plumber might use this method before resorting to something more costly.
A DIY Drain Snake
You might also try a more do-it-yourself approach to the drain snake idea. That involves making a snake out of something like a metal coat hanger. If you have a plug made out of hair or something the hanger can break through, that’s a cheaper solution than some on this list.
Try the cheaper and easier options before moving on to the costlier ones.
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