Category: Internal Drain Care
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Why Do Sinks Have U Bends?
If you’ve ever taken notice of the pipes under sink in your kitchen or bathroom, you’ll see the distinctive “U” bend or trap immediately under, or close to, the plughole. Sinks have U bends (also known as P traps) for a very important reason: to prevent foul odors and harmful gases from entering your home.…
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Common Causes of Blocked Drains
There are many, many causes of blocked drains and identifying the cause of your blockage can help resolve and often minimise repeat problems. In no particular order of severity, here are some of the most common causes of blockages affecting toilets, sinks, manhole chambers, etc. Fats, oils & grease Wipes – Even “flushable” products! Excessive…
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How to clear a Blocked Sink
Whether it’s your bathoom hand wash sink or kitchen sink, a blocked sink can be a massive inconvenience. Luckily, sinks are among the easiest of blocked drains to clear. A lot of blocked sinks are caused by things like: Fat & Grease Food Waste Hair Scale (or mineral) build up Soap Residue Small objects-…
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How to Clear a Toilet
Finding your toilet out of use due to a blockage can be infuriating and embarassing. Depending on the circumstances and how you deal with potentially unpleasant things, there are several options before you end up calling a professional. How to Deal with a Blocked Toilet Some of the easist ways to quickly unblock a toilet…