Feb 5, 2018 | Drain Cleaning Knowledgebase |
Let’s face it, most drains in NYC buildings are old, and the connection to the sewers is often even older. While the state of your drains is your responsibility, there’s not a lot you can do about preventing the need for drain cleaning services. The fact that the vast majority New York drains are prone to clogs and other types of misbehavior, makes some drain knowledge valuable. In most cases, the best you can do is treat your drains gently, hope for the best. You should also know the best drain cleaning services to call if the situation gets out of hand. To help you keep your drains in as close to good working order as possible, we have put together a few tips that will lower the chances of clogs and corrosion for every drain in your house. Use the Garbage Disposal Sparingly The first issue to address is your garbage disposal, if you have one, and putting food down the drain in general. The garbage disposal is a complex mechanism made of sharp spinning blades to essentially dice up any food you try to send down the drain. However, this does not stop the food from being sticky or creating a trap for other more solid particles to get caught in. In addition, ground up food creates a lining of grease when introduced into your drain pipes. Garbage disposals are best used for things like fruit and vegetable peels. Clear your dinner plates over the trash can first, then rise anything stuck into the garbage disposal. This should significantly reduce the amount of sticky, greasy food that...
Jan 8, 2018 | Drain Cleaning Knowledgebase |
For the most part, we do not want to think about our drains. Every home sends gallons of water each day, along with other things, down the drains to get them out of the house. For many people, washing something away is about the same as throwing it away. There is just one problem, everything that washes away has to go down your drains. In truth, all sorts of things can go wrong with a drain, and you will then require drain cleaning services. Drain issues can be things such as a rusting pipe becoming clogged with corrosion. Sometimes hard water could have built a mineral-deposit plug in your drain. A more frequent cause is food from your garbage disposal gumming up the works. Even more common issues are wads of hair and soap from the shower drain or sink clogging your drain pipes. One thing is for sure, if you notice one of the five following signs, and the plunger does not do the trick, it may be time for professional drain cleaning services. 1) Slow Draining Fixtures Require Drain Cleaning Services Slow draining is the one that everyone is familiar with. We have all dealt with little sink clogs, and most parents have even had to figure out the u-trap to rescue some small toy or other dropped down the drain. Slow draining often manifests as a drain that will clear but cannot keep up with the sink. If water tends to build up as if it were clogged, then slowly lowers down the drain, this is slow draining. This means that there is a partial blockage...
Jan 1, 2018 | Drain Cleaning Knowledgebase |
A sewer line clog can be among your most annoying and debilitating plumbing issues. But even so, among all components that made up an entire house, your sewer line is one of most ignored parts. Like most homeowners, you may understand that the line is part of a drain system which carries away wastewater to a public treatment plant, or a septic tank, or some other sewage treatment facilities. Although the pipe used as your sewer line is designed to last for decades, there is always a possibility that it will get clogged. The reasons include issues such as tree roots and assorted debris. The overall condition of the pipe is most likely fine and in good working condition. But clogging can render a portion of your system, or your entire sewer line, useless. Trust A Professional For Long lasting Sewer Line Clog Relief A little bit of clogging caused by food residue or toilet paper is quite easy to deal with. However, stubborn obstructions due to accumulation of grease, tree roots, sagging pipe, or even a collapsed sewer line is going to be more difficult and expensive to repair. In most cases these jobs are best left to Balkan Drain Cleaning. Unless you can clear the line using a plunger, some drain cleaner, or can use your hands (wear gloves!), call a pro. Balkan is based on Jamaica Avenue, in Richmond Hill, NY. The company is one of the most reputable and experienced plumbing service all across the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan area. A fleet of fully stocked service trucks and trained technicians is your assurance of...
Dec 9, 2017 | Drain Cleaning Knowledgebase |
A properly installed and maintained drain system promises cleanliness and healthy wastewater removal from inside your house. Just like most things, however, periodic cleaning and regular checks are necessary. That enables you to notice even the slightest issues and then address them right away before they become larger problems. An annual check is also a good idea to prevent frozen drain lines as Winter arrives. As Winter 2018 approaches, you should check to see if your drain pipe network, including sewer traps, roof leaders, and gutter lines, are all in good shape. This will help enable them to withstand the inevitable freezing temperature. Also check for underwater pipe installation to see if it is deep and insulated enough. Frozen drain lines can cost you a lot of money to repair, and put you out of service. Your plumbing system handles wastewater from both inside and outside of your house. An elaborate network of pipe not only sends wastewater to the city sewer, but also redirects water from rain and melting ice or snow. During Winter, with the lack of heat from the sun, the ice may not melt at all until the season changes. On the other hand, a freeze thaw cycle can create a flood of water. While frozen snow is almost a certainty, there are many things you can do to minimize potential for frozen drain lines. This will also reduce the chances of severe damage to your plumbing or property. Four common causes of Frozen Drain Lines Exposed water lines Gutter lines and downspouts are exposed to extreme cold temperature almost all the time during Winter....
Oct 26, 2017 | Drain Cleaning Knowledgebase |
Drainage problems are among the most unhygienic, awkward and inconvenient issues in the construction industry. They always end up in unsanitary, undesirable and uncomfortable conditions. These conditions include flooding, backed up wastewater and sewage, awful odors, dirty and environmental polluting agents. They create perfect conditions for disease propagation, cause financial losses due to other types of potential damage and resource wastage. Therefore, it is always prudent to fix drainage problems with urgency upon their detection. Any of a vast number of drainage problems can warrant the need for plumbing and sewer repair services. When that happens, depending on the cause and extent of the problem, you need an appropriate, cost-effective and durable plumbing solution. Sometimes a straightforward, do-it-yourself method, can fix drainage problems. Other times, one may need expert drain cleaning services. As a non-expert, it may be difficult to discern the type of drain problem, and to determine its remedy properly. It is always advisable, however, to have some knowledge on such matters. It helps one understand the basics of how your drain system works. Always remain mindful on proper drainage care practices, and to know the various types of services available. Your level of knowledge helps to ensure the most suitable solution for a drain problem. Inspect a property to ensure a proper drain system before you purchase A drainage system’s framework comprises pipes and drain lines as its essential parts. Any problem with the pipes and sewer lines is, therefore, a potentially or already severe problem. The first step to handling or avoiding a plumbing disaster in any residential or commercial building is to ensure that...
Oct 18, 2017 | Drain Cleaning Knowledgebase |
New York City has one of the most elaborate networks of water mains and sewers in the country. Millions of buildings, both private properties and commercial establishments, are stretched between the city’s water supply and wastewater treatment facilities. The numbers are quite staggering when considering all five boroughs of New York City. There are at least 6000 miles of water pipes, 135000 catch basins, 494 sewer overflows, and 14 wastewater treatment plans. In short, subsurface plumbing in NYC is a nightmare for the inexperienced. After all drain cleaning possibilities have been exhausted, only licensed NYC sewer repair contractors have the resources and knowledge to handle more severe problems. Licensed contractors can correct improper plumbing damage or defects, without compromising your existing installation. The Bureau of Wastewater Treatment, as part of New York City Department of Environmental Protection, manages the maintenance and operation of all facilities related to wastewater treatment. Homeowners are responsible for plumbing issues that occur in their properties due to any number of reasons. Considering the aforementioned fact, that NYC’s network of subsurface plumbing is quite a maze, it is therefore necessary for NYC sewer repair contractors to possess the required skills to solve problems in your delicate pipe connections and installations. Hire professional NYC sewer repair contractors to protect your entire system One of the best things about the NYC potable plumbing system is that the water supply for all five boroughs is protected by the undisturbed natural filtration system of the Catskill Mountains watershed. As a result, NYC is one of only four major cities in the United States where the majority of drinking water...
