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End the problem of clogged or slow water in pipes with these tips on how to avoid and permanently solve clogged pipe problems.
The world of pipes is like motorcycles. There are pipes that have fallen and pipes that have not yet fallen.
If you are one of those people who experience traffic jams. Welcome to the world of humans!
at The most traffic jams Inside the house there is a cause. Accumulation of debris, grease, hair, or small objects. They accumulate and gradually reduce the flow of water until finally a blockage occurs and we put our hands on our heads.
As good DIYers, we must learn to discern when we can solve a traffic jam. And when to indicate if multiple attempts have failed? We should stop and call a professional company. This way we will avoid creating bigger traffic jams. If you need an unblocking professional in Barcelona or an unblocking professional in Sabadell, remember that you have this content sponsor, Desatascos Martínez Verdú, serving the entire province.
Let’s focus on the reason for this article, which is How to prevent and solve blockages in our pipes In the style of good DIYers who have all the information at hand.
Easy maintenance to avoid blockages in pipes:
- Use a fat blocking product every 2 or 3 months.: First you boil water in the largest pot you have. while heating Add a glass of boiling water heated in a microwave. Then follow with ½ bottle (approximately 500 ml) of anti-grease product as soon as you pour the liquid. You will need to add another glass of boiling water to dilute the liquid and settle on the largest surface of the pipe. About 20-30 minutes will have passed since we added the liquid when the water in the pot starts to boil. We will immediately pour water from all the pots. By emphasizing the waterfall at the drainage pipe. Be careful not to splash water on us.
- Use fat prevention products once a month.: Recommended for Plumbing equipment that is too horizontal and there is not enough falling, causing waste to accumulate more often If you know your pipes are clogged like this, increase the frequency to once a month and you will notice benefits in your pipes and in your bag.
- Periodically clean the pipe with boiling water and salt. At the rate of 1 liter of water with a handful of salt. It is the most economical treatment method and is very effective.
Pipe Maintenance Degreaser: We love KH7 ECO Grease Remover, KH7 Normal Degreaser and Carrefour Grease Remover. We use the KH7 ECO Grease Degreaser mainly to help protect the environment. Although you can use whatever you want. But you don’t need to spend a lot of money on maintenance.
Prevention is better than cure:
- Use a silicone or metal drain plug. For kitchen and bathroom drains: practical and easy to clean. Handling silicone compounds does not break the nail like it does with metal nails. Although both are equally effective.
- Avoid pouring grease into the sink.. Grease from oil will stick to the pipe and gradually clog the pipe.
- Clean the drain when you wash your head.: I can’t imagine how many strands of hair we’ve lost. It doesn’t matter if your hair is short or long. The buildup in pipes causes severe blockages. Avoid them with this simple gesture.
- Avoid leaving traces of paint or solvent in the pipe.: The chance that you will encounter traffic jams in the short and medium term is very high. Remember that the point of cleaning is only to dispose of this type of product.
Disconnect the pipe:
- for The pipe is slightly clogged. use metal wire: This is the easiest way. Because you can use whatever wire you have at home. Even the wire from a coat hanger You just make a hook at the end and insert it into the pipe. Work your way from front to back until you grab the obstruction and pick it up. Repeat this several times, as manipulating the cable can cause the contents inside to separate, causing the obstruction. When removed We recommend cleaning the pipes with a grease and boiling water detergent following the steps we have outlined above.
- for Traffic is a little congested. Usage Boiling water with salt: It’s as easy as boiling 1 liter of water with a handful of salt and pouring it into the clogged drain little by little. Wait for a few minutes and you will solve the stuck problem.
- for Blockage at the beginning of the drain pipe which is slight or moderateuse Baking soda with vinegar and salt: Mix 1/2 cup baking soda with 1/2 cup salt and pour the mixture into the drain. Then pour in half a cup of vinegar and wait for 20-30 minutes. While you wait Place a large pot that can hold 3 to 4 liters of water to boil. (Be sure to wait 20-30 minutes for the ingredients to take effect.) Pour in little by little. carefully Don’t let it bounce..
- for Traffic congestion is more severe. Usage caustic sodaIt is very effective, but be careful not to get it on the skin, eyes or pipes. This remedy is not recommended for abuse: Pour 1 tablespoon into a clogged pipe followed by a glass of boiling water gradually. Leave it on for about 30 minutes. If it doesn’t work the first time, repeat it one more time. Run the hot water for a few minutes to wash off the remaining residue. If you see that you cannot clear the blockage the second time you add soda, Contact an expert to avoid major losses.
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