However, knowing what type of drain clearance will be most suited to your needs isn’t always easy – particularly if you are unsure about the location and severity of the blockage. Here are a few handy tips to point you in the right direction…
Drain Rodding
When the obstruction is in external drains and sewers, drain rodding for clearance is a good option. Screwing metre-long sections of a rigid yet manoeuvrable rod together, this method works by pushing the rod through the pipework from an access chamber and can be adapted to allow for piercing and grabbing debris also.
Drain rods are usually made from specially developed polypropylene, giving the right balance of strength and flexibility, although more heavy-duty options made from steel are also common. The rod is pushed through the chamber using a twisting motion to free obstructions.
Drain Jetting
Another common method for clearing larger external sewers and drain networks, high–power drain jetting is often the most effective. Water is sprayed through tubing at up to 5,000 PSI in this drain clearance method, providing enough power to break down obstructive materials, such as grease, fats, leaves and other waste debris.
Drain jetting is particularly suited to clearing sand deposits and provides a clean and highly efficient method of clearing most blockages from your drains.
