Probably all housewives have experienced clogged sewer pipes. This entails a lot of trouble, so it is important to fix the problem as soon as possible. Flushing of pipes is carried out by different methods. The most effective ones are described in the article.
Causes of blockages
The following signs indicate the need to flush the sewer:
- Slow drain speed.
- Unpleasant smell from the drain.
Even a fine mesh is not a guarantee that grease and food debris will not enter the sewer. In addition, rust and mineral deposits accumulate in the pipe itself. Because of them (together with waste) there are "traffic jams". It is necessary to carry out cleaning, which is carried out in different ways. Do it yourself or with the help of specialists.
Better Ways
The option of flushing, cleaning pipes depends on the location and level of contamination, as well as the material of manufacture. Now the most popular ways are the following:
- Chemical cleansing.
- Mechanical removal of blockage.
- Homemadeways.
There is practically no difference in sewer cleaning in an apartment and a house. But in the latter case, you can perform the procedure outside the premises. This, of course, if there is a sewer plan. Each cleaning method will only be effective if used correctly.
Chemicals
Flushing pipes can be carried out by various special means, allowing you to get a quick and high-quality result. The advantage of this method is the excellent efficiency of drugs, ease of use. The popular funds include "Mole", "Domestos", "Tiret", "Mr. Muscle".
Drugs are created in powders, gels, liquids. The action of the funds is almost the same, it consists in dissolving deposits on the pipes or softening the blockage. The chemical method is convenient because you only need to pour or pour the contents down the drain and then rinse with water.
Before you do the work, you must read the instructions for use. Individual preparations are not suitable for all tubes. Due to the aggressive action, chemical methods adversely affect the coating of, for example, plastic pipes.
Krot
The tool is one of the most popular for flushing pipes. Customer reviews testify to the effectiveness of the "Mole". The drug is produced in the form of a powder, which must be poured into the drain hole. It is important to follow the safety rules, namely to wear gloves and prevent the penetration of the product into the respiratory tract.
"Mole" has a strong corrosive effect, perfectly eliminates body fat. But it must be borne in mind that the composition is aggressive, so the product can only be used for metal and metal-plastic pipes. Several variants of the product are on sale: Mole-turbo, Mole-asset, Mole-professional.
Tiret
Tiret is another popular pipe flusher. The cleaner is presented in the form of a gel-like substance and is available in special containers. There are several forms: "Tiret", "Tiret-turbo" and "Professional". The last two remedies are used to prevent and eliminate complex blockages.
After penetration of the gel into the sewer, it flows down the inside of the pipe, neutralizing fat deposits. The advantages of the drug include a gentle effect, so it is suitable for different materials. Although Tiret-Turbo has a high price, consumers speak positively about it. Customers talk about the cost-effectiveness of this pipe flushing fluid. But there are many other cleaning chemicals as well.
Mechanical methods
Sewage flushing can be done mechanically. One option is to clean with a plunger. The device functions as a pump, pumping water, air and dirt out. Often, the use of a device is considered the most effective method of eliminating blockages. A plunger is a must-have on the farm so that at the first sign of blockage, the problem is quickly eliminated.
To usefixtures, you need to fill the sink with water, put the device on the drain hole, then press and pull the handle several times. Water and air in the pipe will go outside, taking debris with it. Then you need to collect the dirt and perform the procedure again. Work should be done until the water drains easily.
A rope is used to flush sewer pipes, which is effective in forming a large plug of grease and dirt. In this case, the plunger may not be able to cope. A cable is a flexible metal steel wire with a cross section of 3-4 mm and a handle at the end. The fixture is sold in plumbing or hardware stores.
Cleaning is as follows:
- We need to remove the siphon.
- Then the cable should be rolled into a ring and put the end into the sewer pipe.
- Then the cable handle is turned to push it in.
- Periodically, the device must be taken out, cleaned of dirt, debris.
- The procedure is repeated several times.
After using the device, flush the sewer with hot water, preferably boiling water. The mechanical method is reliable and easy to use. The blockage usually clears up quickly.
Home Methods
Flushing water pipes is also carried out with safe home methods. Instead of household chemicals, you can use ordinary soda and vinegar. The advantage of this method of clearing blockages is safety and availability.
Soda is lye, but vinegar isacid. The reaction that occurs when the components are combined leads to heating and the release of carbon dioxide. This method does a great job of removing dirt and grease.
To fight a blockage, you can simply pour half a package of soda down the drain, and then pour white vinegar. Then you need to wait from half an hour to two hours. The reaction will show the beginning of the action. Then it is necessary to pour 3 liters of only boiled water into the drain. Dissolved dirt and debris will be removed and pipes will be clean.
Mixed way
You can use the mechanical method along with home remedies. Sewer cleaning is done as follows:
- It is necessary to clean the drain from dirt, debris.
- Then, boiling water (1 liter) is poured into the drain hole.
- You need to wait 15 minutes.
- Then the plunger is applied.
- Pour in 1 glass of baking soda and pour boiling water in a ratio of 1:3.
Soda not only cleans, but also disinfects. A plunger will help eliminate various traffic jams. This method is also suitable for prevention, to prevent the appearance of severe blockage.
Prevention
The primary filter is considered an important protection. In everyday life, it is called a coarse filter. The device is sold in hardware stores in the form of a mesh that catches pieces of rust. There may be more than one device. In apartments, filters are usually placed in front of the counter. Such a filter is located at a special flange with a plug. After unscrewing it, it will be possible to remove the cylindrical mesh. This devicecan be so clogged with deposits that a nail or screwdriver is required to clear. The mesh is made of stainless steel.
A high-quality cleaning method is the use of concentrated acid, for example, hydrochloric acid. Short exposure removes deposits in seconds.
All pipelines are complex engineering structures. Therefore, it is important to keep the pipes in order. Their purity affects people's he alth.
So, there are many methods for cleaning the sewer pipe. Many of them are quite effective. They are suitable for removing blockages, as well as for prevention.
