How to choose the best drain unblocker for your home

It can be frustrating when your drains block, and there is never a convenient time for you to need a drain unblocker company! It is an extremely common problem, and every homeowner and landlord will need to face the dreaded drain problems at some point. If you find that your shower isn’t draining as quickly as it normally does, or your sink has stand still water in it – then you need to take action quickly! A blocked drain can become a plumbing emergency before you know it!

It can be difficult to know which is the best way to fix these problems, but as one of the top drain unblockers on the Wirral, we’ve put together a few ideas to help keep clogs at bay and help your drains flow freely.

Baking Soda and Vinegar

This is a golden oldie, but the method has been around for a long time for a good reason! Many people have tried and tested this method, and its effectiveness has been proven many times over. We recommend that you use 1/3 of a cup of baking soda and pour that down your drains, followed by 1/3 of a cup of vinegar. You will notice the mixture will begin to fizz, and you need to let this sit for as long as possible (preferably overnight!). The fizzing mixture should help to dislodge any small clogs that are stuck and will break down any fatty substances that are stuck to the sides of your pipes. Once you have left the mixture, you will need to pour a kettle full of boiling water down the drain to help wash everything away. Your drains should be back to running smoothly!

Boiling Water

If you don’t want the hassle of creating the mixture, then one of the easiest ways to help drain unblock in Wirral is to simply pour boiling water from the kettle down the drain. Your drain will probably be blocked with small amounts of grease, hair, soap and fat which will cause anything else to stick together and slowly form a clog without you knowing. The boiling water method is a quick and cost effective drain unblocker Wirral method and should dislodge these organic clogs. This is normally the best way if you find you have a slow draining pipe and will hopefully keep the larger clogs at bay!

Plunge it!

If you are still finding you are having trouble with your drains, then you need to take the plunge! Nearly every home has a plunger, and there is a good reason why as they are extremely effective ways to help drain unblock in Wirral. You will find that a flat bottomed plunger works better than a regular toilet plunger for sinks and baths, so you need to make sure that you have both options handy. It may take some strength and perseverance, but the simple plunger could help you avoid calling a drain unblocker company, and will help save you a huge bill! To get the best out of your plunger you need to:

1. Position the plunger over the plug and fill your sink with hot water until it’s about halfway full. This will create a seal around the plug to help dislodge any clogs
2. Begin pumping the plunger up and down quickly several times
3. Remove the plunger to see if the water drains
4. Repeat the process until the water is draining freely.

Bent wire hanger

This is another simple yet effective way to avoid calling drain unblockers on the Wirral. Take an ordinary wire coat hanger and straighten it out as much as possible but remember to leave a slight hook at the end. You are going to use this hook by feeding it carefully into your sink or drain and feel carefully for any blockages or clogs. You should be able to fish out anything that is causing the disruption, like clumps of hair, soap, and small food blockages. You need to be careful that you are pulling these clogs out and not pushing them further into the pipes as this can make the problem worse! This method is particularly effective when used with baking soda and vinegar, and you can use boiling water to help break down the rest of the clogs.

Chemical Cleaners

If you have tried all of these home remedies and are still finding that your drains are struggling, then you can always try something a little stronger. Store bought chemical cleaners can be purchased from shops and supermarkets, and all you need to do is pour the recommended amount down the drain, leave for a few hours or overnight and flush away with boiling water. You do need to use these sparingly however, as too much chemical cleaner can corrode your pipes over time and leave you with even worse problems- you don’t want to be tackling a leak or burst pipe without a drain unblocker company!

High pressure jetting

If you have tried everything and you are still finding problems with your drainage, then it is time to call for drain unblockers on the Wirral!

One of the most cost effective and safest ways to clear your blocked drains is by using high pressure jetting equipment. This technique is environmentally friendly and provides a deep, spring clean for your drains that you can’t find in a kettle or a container. High pressure jet washing can help to solve some of the most common drain problems faced by homeowners such as mineral build up, clogs or hair and soap, all the way through to cement and tree roots – without causing internal damage to your pipes which can lead to bigger problems. Our team of experienced professionals will use advanced and high tech equipment to break up any waste materials that may be blocking your pipes to leave them sparkling and running freely again.

We can do one off cleans or you can book us in once a year to make sure that you don’t have any major issues – you will thank us in the long run. We can also use specialist camera equipment to feed into your drains if there is a more serious problem. By seeing the cause of the issue in real time, we are able to assess the situation and find the right solution first time so you don’t waste time or money.

Don’t take chances – call us today!

If you are looking for a safe, quick and cost effective drain unblocker company, then look no further! Our team of friendly and experienced professionals are always on hand to make sure that you have clean, free flowing drains without causing a dent to your wallet. There is no secret cure for clean drains, and you don’t want to make the problem worse by ignoring it! We can help you fix your problem no matter how large or small – from blocked sinks and toilets right through to burst pipes or sewers – we are always here to help! Don’t let something that can be easily fixed turn into a plumbing emergency! Get in touch today for more information, or for any questions and queries you might have.