Garbage disposals are a real convenience, aren’t they? Nobody enjoys fishing out food scraps from the kitchen basin by hand.
However, garbage disposals aren’t foolproof either; pouring greasy food and oil down the drain, among other prohibited items, is a surefire way to clog it.
Is Your Basin Blocked?
A blocked basin or garbage disposal system can still happen even if you are careful. Sometimes, clumps of hair may be the culprit, while other times, stubborn food particles that the garbage disposal cannot grind up can be the culprit. Although overflowing water may cause a mess and panic, a blocked basin can signify a more significant problem —clogged pipes.
Clogged pipes aren’t just tough to fix; they’re also hotspots for bacteria, causing nasty odours and potentially spreading diseases. It’s key to figure out if there’s a deeper issue lurking beneath the surface.
Your Clogged Drain Issue Solved!
Preventive measures such as wiping down oily utensils before rinsing are the only at-home solutions that pose minimal risk. Other DIY methods of unblocking pipes include flushing down the contaminants with equal parts of hot and cold water or chemical drain cleaners.
On the other hand, chemical solutions should really be a last resort. They’re tricky to handle and can harm your pipes. It’s wiser to leave this risky stuff to the professionals. Ideally, removing debris instead of pushing it down saves you a bigger headache later on.
Sometimes, the problem might just be a jammed garbage disposal. The easiest way to get to the bottom of a blocked basin is to book an appointment with us at Big Blue Plumbing. Our skilled professionals will check it out with CCTV cameras and give you a detailed report.
