Blocked drain? Get it unblocked FAST! Mersey Rod

We all know that a blocked drain is not something that anyone wants, and it can cause a lot of unnecessary stress and worry – especially if it is a drain emergency! There are several early warning signs that you can watch out for to make sure that you don’t encounter drain drama. As specialists in blocked drains in Wigan, Wirral, Liverpool, and the surrounding areas, we’ve put together a list to make sure that you know what you are looking for.

How do I know if my drains need unblocking?

There are several tell-tale signs that can tell you that it is time to look at professional drainage in Wigan, and we want to make sure that you know all the possible signs, sights and smells that are associated with blocked drains.

1. Slow drainage – if there is any sort of blockage or small clog in your drains, then you will notice water draining slowing from your sink, toilet, shower, and bath. Poor drainage in Wigan is normally one of the first signs that a block is forming, and it is not something to be ignored. The water must try and make its way around the block to pass, and it can keep adding to the clog with anything else that has managed to get down the plug hole. This could end up causing a major leak or even a burst pipe.
2. Strange sounds – if you hear a gurgling sound coming from your drains as the water flows down, then this is a big indication of a clog beginning to form. The gurgling is created as trapped air in the drain escapes when it comes into contact with water, and you could hear it as you flush the toilet or emptying your sink or shower.
3. Unusual smells – your drains will begin to start to give off an unpleasant smell that comes from food waste being accidentally put into your drains. The food will slowly start to decompose in your pipes and can be made worse by coming into contact with hot water.
4. Raised water levels – if your toilet overflows when you flush it, or your bath water simply won’t budge when you pull the plug, then this is an indication of a serious blockage. If your water won’t drain at all, or the water level in your toilet seems a lot higher than normal then it could mean that there is a serious issue with your drains.

If you do notice any of these, then it is time to use our drain unblocking services. You don’t want to leave a blocked drain to get worse, that could mean that you will have a lot more stress and worry, not to mention a more expensive visit!

What drain unblocking services do Mersey Rod offer?

Not only do we have years of experience with local blocked drains in Wigan and the surrounding areas, but we also aim to get you back up and running as quickly and as cost efficiently as possible. Unblocking your drains can be tricky when you can’t actually see into the pipes, which is why we use a variety of different methods to quickly assess the situation and identify the best treatment to use.

CCTV survey

Here we use specialist camera systems to feed into your drains and provide a real time live feed to our on-site monitor. We will be able to accurately assess and diagnose what the problem is to be able to sort it out quickly and efficiently.

Drain cleaning and jetting

Hydro jetting uses specialist equipment to shoot high pressure water through your pipes to remove all the grime, grease and blockages and can be used on everything from food waste and soap build up, to flushing out mineral sediment and breaking up tree roots and soil in outdoor drains.

Each problem and situation is different to the individual, which is why we take the time to chat beforehand and use specialist equipment to assess each different call out we have. We want to make sure that we can help you solve the problem quickly and affordably. If you are experiencing any issues, don’t hesitate to call us today for more information.

Prevention is the best cure!

The best way to ensure that you don’t need to call in the professionals for drain emergencies is to try and stop problems before they even arise. By taking a few simple steps you will be able to help prevent blockages and reduce the risk of plumbing emergencies.

• Don’t pour fat and grease down your kitchen sink, even if it seems like the easy option. Your sink can handle most liquids, but grease and fat are known to be tacky and sticky and will end up sticking to the sides of your pipes as they cool down. This can cause a hard blockade on its own and will end up catching other small bits of food that will create a blockage that is difficult and expensive to remove.
• Use a plug screen to make sure that you can catch as much debris, hair, and soap before it gets stuck in your drains. You need to remember to clean it regularly – you will be surprised at how much gets caught! You might not think that hair and soap will cause a major issue in your pipes, but when this all sticks together it can become a hard clog to unblock and could end up causing a leak or bursting your pipe.
• Use an over the counter drain cleaner regularly to get rid of any small clogs and unpleasant smells. Be careful though – if you have any existing clogs then this can cause the drain cleaner to become lodged in your pipes and can slowly cause them to corrode which will leave you with a big problem and bill. These are better to use once you have already had your drains professionally cleaned to get rid of anything your plug screen misses.
• Be careful about what you put down your toilet. You might not think that one baby wipe or make-up wipe down the toilet will make a problem, but these are made to absorb water and will expand in your pipes. If everyone just threw one baby wipe down the toilet a week, then you could end up with a blockage that is difficult to remove – or even worse, a burst pipe!

Unfortunately, there is no magic cure for a blocked drain, and without a professional drain unblocker then the likelihood is the problem will only get worse. Not only will the signs become stronger (louder gurgling and worse-smelling drains), but you could also end up facing something as serious as a flood or structural damage in your home. Our team of friendly and trained professionals are always on hand with the latest equipment to make sure that you can be sure of a quick, hassle free and cost-effective solution to whatever problem you are facing. We have all the resources and skills to tackle any problem, big or small, from blocked sinks and toilets to sewage pipes and outdoor blockages. Call us today for more information, or for any questions or queries you might have.