Every home needs a properly working drain system to take used water and semisolid waste out of the house. When the drain system has a problem, living in the house will become a nightmare, or at least highly uncomfortable. This is because you will not be able to use the kitchen sink, dishwasher, toilet, shower stall, bathtub or any other plumbing fixture at home.
Whenever you need drain repairs, be sure to call a professional plumber to fix the problem.
The following are the most common types of drain problems that you are likely to experience at home:
i) Structural Damage
The drain system is made up of a series of pipes that connect drains in the house to the main sewer system. These pipes, and the joints linking them, can develop structural damage for a number of reasons. An earthquake, for instance, can damage the pipes. Penetration of roots from surrounding trees into the drain pipes through a loose joint or crack can also lead to structural damage. Professional plumbers have specialized tools and equipment that can easily cut and remove roots from drain pipes. Once the roots have been removed, the damage can be repaired.
ii) Aging
Drain pipes normally get old with time. As a result, they may get weaker and weaker with time. This will cause a number of problems, including leakage of waste water. This can cause serious water damage in your home, so you need to act fast. If you have old plumbing in your home, you should hire a professional plumber to replace the entire system to ensure your system works perfectly.
iii) Clogging
Drain clogs are the most common type of plumbing problem at home. Disposal of used cooking oil, fruit and vegetable cuttings and other types of solid wastes through the kitchen sink is known to clog kitchen drains. Ideally, solid waste materials should be thrown into the kitchen trash can. There should also be a strainer to prevent solids from getting into the drains.
Every couple of months, you should hire a professional plumber to clean the drains to prevent blockage. While the kitchen plunger is an effective tool for clearing drains, it does not always work. That is why experts recommend hiring of professional plumbers who have the training, knowledge, experience, tools and equipment needed to repair any type of plumbing problem.
When looking for a plumber, be sure to give priority consideration to the most experienced professionals who have a plumbing license and a great reputation in the industry. Contact us today.
