How to prevent Blocked Drains

Now you've had your blocked drain cleared or replaced there are several important things you should know to help minimise the probability of it blocking up again. Here are a few recommendations to keeping your drains:

When you are having renovations done on your own property ensure they cover all exposed pipes so no debris falls down the pipes causing a blocked drain.
Keep drains and sinks clear of hair - put it in the bin
Don't flush sanitary items, nappies or baby wipes down a drain
Use sink strainers in the kitchen
No fats, oils or food scraps ought to be washed down the drain

Be cautious of clip on toilet fresheners that can fall off and be flushed down the toilet
And yes while children think it is interesting to watch a toy disappear down a 'waterfall' of water, objects being flushed down the toilet can also cause blocked drains.

Did you know 75% of sewage overflows certainly are a result of tree roots blocking drains? With  Blocked Drains Bradford  growing about one and a half times the distance of the adult plants branches it is possible to reduce the prospect of blocked drains by planting trees as a long way away from your sewer lines as possible.

Your sewer lines can be found by clicking on this Sydney Water link to Quick Check where one can obtain a copy of one's property's drainage diagram. http://sydneywater.com.au/BuildingDeveloping/QuickCheck/QuickCheckAgents.cfm

Here are the problem species according to Sydney Water