The clogged drains are the biggest nuisance yet the common one which the house owners find very frustrating. At an initial stage, it might start with fewer issues but can turn into a major one. If it remains unattended at an early phase, it can lead to expensive repair and renewal works. When the blockage is quite serious and prolonged, it can even lead to the pipe bursting which obviously creates the messy scene in and around the house.

Unless and until you know the exact reasons or the causes of the blocked drains, you would fail to clean it. There are several reasons which might provide immediate sign of cleaning and some can be the underlying reason which sometimes remains undetected.

One of the most common causes of the blocked drains is the cooked fat and grease that often sticks to the pipes in course of the water flow. These generally solidify on coming with the contact of hot water and get accumulated in the walls of the pipes. Make sure to clean it evenly with the dish detergent water and boiling water. It would remove the sticky grease and fat compounds. You can use baking soda and vinegar with hot water to clean the clogged drains.

# 2. Trees and leaves.

When the drains are outside, it generally gets blocked due to the dead and dried leaves. Tree roots are also the reason which covers the drainage thereby preventing its flow. They grow rapidly inside the broken pipe due to continuous water flow. You should use trenchless repair to clean these roots from the blocked drain. Garden maintenance is the essential factor which is related to the blocked drains. Hence, make sure that the gardens are clean, dried leaves are treated well and debris is also cleared.

# 3. Broken pipes.

Broken pipes are also one of the reasons when the flow of water through it is hindered. When the pipes are broken, it gets collapse and jams the drainage system thereby inhibiting the further flow of water. Ageing, poor installation and tree roots are some of its causes. When this type of blockages occurs, it is essential to properly investigate the underground pipes. You should periodically check your underground pipes to know any hidden blocked drain.

# 4. Water flow issues.

Drainage is the flow of water towards the earth. As it follows the principle of gravity, water would never flow upwards. Incorrect installation of the pipes without providing proper direction can lead to the blocked drains. When the pipes are installed correctly, it helps in the easy flow of the water. It is important to know the underlying cause even if the blockage occurs after cleaning it.

# 5. Feminine hygiene products.

Many times, we can find the sanitary pads being clogged in the pipes of the bathroom. It is often seen that the females flush off their sanitary products rather throwing it out of the house. Due to regular flushing of the cotton wipes and pads, it causes blockage bit by bit ultimately leading to the severe issues of blocked drains.

Apart from the above said reasons, hairs, soap, dirt, food wastes, mineral build up, small objects and toilet paper buildup are also the causes of the blocked drains. Though you carry out the basic cleaning through DIY hacks, problems still exist. Therefore, in such a situation, it is important to monitor the underground pipe installations well. Once the exact reasons are known, safety measures to get rid of it can also be followed. Ensure regular cleaning and make sure the drains are properly functioning.