How to Deal With Outside Drain Unblocking in London Rennils Plumbing

In London you can never really be sure if your outside drain is getting blocked until it is. You might have a blocked drain if your sink is taking a long time to drain or there is a strange smell coming from outside your house. But don’t panic; you’ll almost always be able to remove the block yourself and won’t likely need to alert anyone.
You will learn about the typical drain blockages outside and within your home. We will also highlight their causes, and how to prevent them. We’ll also go through your roles as a homeowner and who you should call if you have issues.

Let’s discuss the typical drain obstructions that occur outside of your home.

It’s crucial to respond right away if you see any of the following:

– Blocked external drain: This can be caused by both outside leaves and debris as well as internal obstructions like coffee grounds or hygiene products.

– Blocked outside kitchen drain: If you have a blocked outside kitchen drain, you need to deal with it yourself as it is not a part of the public sewer.

– Smelly drains outside The smell generally indicated the decay of matter, it could honestly be anything. The advice is to glove up and just be prepared.

– Outside drain overflowing: If you are seeing an overflow it means that somewhere in the system is a blockage that is causing said overflow.

Maintaining the condition of your external drains is crucial, it greatly helps in avoiding errors that could cause severe expenses. Branches, soil, sludge, moss, litter, and other outdoor detritus are the main culprits for clogging outdoor drains. However, the things you flush or pour down your pipes inside might be just as hazardous, if not more so.
Pouring grease, oil, or coffee grounds down the sink will not make your outside drains happy, just like it will not make your interior drains happy. Similar problems arise when wet wipes, sanitary products, and hair and soap build up in the shower or toilet.
To avoid future blockages, you should take action to address these concerns and think about preventative solutions like drain coverings.

Initially, you need to determine where the obstruction is and who is responsible for clearing it.

– Contact a reliable local water sewerage company like Rennils. By doing so your drainage issue will be handled by drainage experts.

– If the blockage is your responsibility as a property owner and you want to address it quickly, follow this DIY guide.

If an outside drain is blocked and it’s not a shared drain, there are things you could do to fix it on your own. Call a qualified plumber or drainage specialist if you have any doubts because they have the equipment needed to rapidly and effectively unclog the drain. Anything you’re unsure about, don’t try it.

Preparation:

You’ll need a few items for the job:

– Rubber gloves and mask
– Clothing that offers full body protection. Goggles for sure.
– Drain rod
– Waste bin
– Screwdriver or rope (for lifting the drain cover)
– Pressure hose (for cleaning the drain afterwards)
– Steps to unblock a drain

Once you gathered the right equipment, following these steps:

– Get the drain cover off:
For this, you’ll need a powerful flat-head screwdriver. It’s hefty, so if that doesn’t work you can increase your leverage by tying a rope around the cover. Keep in mind that caution must be used to avoid the cover from dropping into the drain.

– Find the blockage:
Try to free up as much of the obstruction with your hands as you can while wearing your face mask and gloves. The remainder can be cleared using a drain rod. Place your bucket or trash bags nearby, take a deep breath to avoid gasping for air, and consider how much money you’ll save by doing this yourself!

– Now use your drain rod:
Drain rod pressure should be applied as you insert the rod into the drain and turn it clockwise into the obstruction. Keep twisting and plunging because the blockage could be very difficult to remove. Your indication that the obstruction is removed is when you feel the pressure drop.

We hope this blog helped you understand more about outside drain unblocking in London. Now that you know what to do in case of drainage issues, don’t hesitate to give us a call! Here at Rennils we can help solve all your plumbing problems, and more