Clearing the blockage. Removing and clearing sewer clogs

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How to clear a blockage at home

Remember - “We will survive this trouble...”? But we definitely won’t survive this one. We will talk about how to remove blockages at home on your own, without the help of plumbers. Although in some, especially difficult situations Sometimes it’s impossible to do without specialists.

Cleaning the sewer is a mundane task and not always pleasant: there is a lot of dirt, characteristic odors, and it does not look aesthetically pleasing. The question, first of all, is one of urgency. If water rises in the toilet, especially along with the contents, you need to urgently call a professional. While he is driving, he will have to take measures himself so that the drains do not flood the apartment.

If the situation is under control, you can try to remove the blockage yourself. As a rule, every home has the necessary means for this.

How likely is a blockage in your home - calculate your risks

First of all, you need to have an idea of ​​what a sewer clog is and how it is formed. So-called traffic jams occur as a result of improper operation sewer networks. Uncontrolled dumping of food debris into the sink, hair or animal fur, or hygiene items will invariably lead to clogged communications.

So, the likelihood of blockages will be higher if:

• There are small children in the family at the age “when everything is interesting.” Having discovered such a curious place as a toilet, they drag there everything they can - toys, clothes, mobile phones.
• One of the family members neglects the basic rules of using the sewer and dumps diapers, feminine hygiene products, condoms, and rags there. In this case, the formation of a blockage will be inevitable and very soon.
• The contents of cat litter boxes end up in the sewer. After some time, when the swollen granules block the lumen of the pipe, it will be possible to remove such a plug only with the help of a plumbing cable.
• There are no safety grilles in sinks, bathtubs, or sinks that trap food residues, hair, animal fur, and small fallen objects.
• Dispose of fruit and vegetable peelings, as well as large quantities fat

From the point of view of the average person, the most terrible situations are those that lead to clogged sewer pipes. In this situation, only a specialist can help.

What to do if the first signs of a sewer blockage appear

Initially, something that appears from the sink or sink will “tell” that action should be taken. bad smell, gurgling and short-term rise of water. The last sign immediately “speaks” of a problem in the riser or in your neighbors, so call a specialist as quickly as possible.

In other cases, try to take the removal of the sewer clog into your own hands. What to do:

• Pour baking soda into the drain hole and pour hot water. If the pipes are plastic, the water temperature should be about 80 °C (the boiled kettle should stand for 5-7 minutes), if metal, there is no need to wait. A solution of soda provides an alkaline environment, which removes fatty residues well. Be careful and careful - there is no need to pour soda and vinegar, they interact with each other, there will be no result, and the formation of gas can contribute to the rupture of the system.
• Take out the plunger and try to break through the blockage. The plug will be removed by creating increased pressure; just remember to cover the overflow holes, if any.

Usually at first this is quite enough to remove the blockage completely. If the situation occurs from time to time, then you can simply carry out preventive cleaning.

What to do if the blockage is already obvious

If for some reason the initial stage of the blockage went unnoticed and no action was taken, you will have to think about it - the next stage may turn out to be critical, with flooding of the neighbors in the riser. There won't be much time for thinking here.

What to do:

• Pour hot water into the drain several times, first adding baking soda. You can alternate with simultaneous cleaning with a plunger. If the blockage is moderate, it should help.
• It didn’t help - we take a stronger remedy from household chemicals and pour it as indicated in the instructions, without doing anything on your own. Such complexes contain alkalis, so you need to be extremely careful. After soaking and rinsing, you can use the plunger again.
• If the sink or sink is clogged and there is a man in the house, you will need to disassemble the siphon. You will see a lot of interesting things and immediately understand what caused the blockage. The siphon will need to be rinsed thoroughly and put back in place. The situation has not changed - then the problem is in the pipes.

Most difficult option- This is the removal of a clog in the toilet. As a rule, no one wants to reach in and look for “treasure” in the outlet pipe. Moreover, there is a real danger that a hand will slip into a curved pipe and then the Ministry of Emergency Situations will have to be called (precedents are known). Calling a plumber would be the best solution.

Removing blockages in particularly difficult cases

Almost any, even the smallest, nuisance can be classified as a plumbing emergency. But complex blockages, when water rises and overflows, are truly considered emergencies. The main danger is that sewage will completely ruin any repairs and furniture - not only yours, but also your neighbors'.

In such cases, only emergency service technicians can remove the blockage. Perhaps it will be useless here and plumbing cable, then you will have to use hydrodynamic sewer cleaning. Under high pressure, not only does the plug come off, but the internal walls of the pipes are also well cleaned - glandular mucus, organic and mineral build-ups are literally removed from them, and stuck foreign objects are torn off.

Typically, this type of clearing blockages is in demand in houses with worn-out sewers; due to a rather thick layer of rust, the pipes have a very narrow clearance, in which even what is usually washed off without difficulty gets stuck.

The last piece of advice - if you don’t know what to do or simply doubt your abilities, call a plumber from Leader Services and you will get a quick, professional removal of the blockage inexpensive price. This will be more correct and safer for everyone.

External sewer cleaning

Cleaning and disinfection of ventilation

Are you interested in prices for scheduled or emergency cleaning of sewer pipes? Do you want to know exactly how much you will have to pay for diagnostics of pipelines or ventilation systems, manual cleaning of septic tanks or regular care behind the storm drain? If you have not found answers to your questions on our website, we are ready to answer right now - by telephone. But first, let's tell you...

What is the cost of drain cleaning?

Currently, there are 2 main ways of announcing a particular price for the complete removal of any blockages and cleaning various types sewer:

• already established price, formed according to the principle of “all inclusive”,
• an option when the final cost for clearing a sewer blockage is detailed in the price list.

Moreover, it consists of various elements of the future technical process.

We can safely say that the price of sewer cleaning from IPK MegaService LLC consists of several important factors:

• location of the blockage and its complexity,
• overall volume necessary work, complexity of blockages (they can be external and internal), etc.,
• cleaning method. Mechanical cleaning is the most affordable. Hydrodynamic cleaning will cost you a little more. Using chemicals will cost more.

The cost of drain cleaning, of course, can make a significant difference, but in any case, this factor should not be the determining factor when choosing a company. There are situations when, flattered by low prices, customers turn to “private plumbers”, and they come only with a cable for breaking through blockages and do not have any technical capabilities to troubleshoot problems. IPK MegaService LLC employs real specialists who have not only impressive experience, but also all the necessary equipment and equipment.

Among unforeseen everyday situations, problems with sewerage are not the least important. A small flood in the kitchen/bathroom or a rotten stench from the sink indicate problems with the pipes, caused by build-up on the walls, foreign objects, or other reasons. In this case it is necessary eliminating sewer blockages, and as soon as possible.

How does the clog removal process work?

Practice has developed three main methods of cleaning sewer pipes:

• 1. Chemical. It is ideal if the full operation of the pipes is hampered by growths on their walls, which appear in most cases due to poor quality water. To remove these deposits, use special chemicals, which corrode the growths and return the sewer to normal permeability.
• 2. Mechanical. It involves the use of appropriate tools and is used primarily when there are foreign objects in the pipes.
• 3. Hydrodynamic - involves the use of jets hot water or water at normal temperature under pressure.

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• We work in Moscow and the Moscow region!
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• Work of any complexity!
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• We work in cash and non-cash payments
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• We are professionals in our field (All our specialists have SRO approval)
• Warranty and quality
• Individual approach to each client
• We will not leave the site until we are sure that the removal of blockages in the pipes has been carried out flawlessly and the sewer system will function without interruption.

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Issues of blockage prevention

Although clearing blockages in a house or apartment is a fairly common occurrence, it is still better not to let it get to this point. As a rule, to prevent blockages, it will be quite enough to follow the simplest recommendations:

• 1) do not pour grease, sand and other substances into the sewer for which it is not designed;
• 2) do not fill it with food waste, animal hair, etc., make sure that children do not throw foreign objects there;
• 3) monitor, if possible, the condition of the pipes;
• 4) wash them regularly with hot water and special products.

If these measures do not bring results and you cannot clear the blockage on your own, you need to contact a professional.

How to call emergency services and what the price depends on

Vodokanal Service specialists will be happy to help restore functionality sewer system. We are ready to complete all work in the shortest possible time, guaranteeing it excellent quality. The price for removing blockages is absolutely reasonable, because it guarantees comfort and coziness in the home.

Specialists will come with everything necessary equipment and diagnose the problem, clean the drain and clean up after yourself. The cost depends on:

• a) type of sewer: for obvious reasons, eliminating external blockages will cost more than internal ones;
• b) the scope of work: will it be necessary to disassemble the plumbing or not;
• c) type of cleaning and length of the sewer system.

Experienced specialists will help remove complex blockages in as soon as possible. In addition, they will talk about the rules for proper operation of the system, which will help maintain the ideal quality of sewer pipes.

The main areas of this service:

• Removing blockages in sinks, bathtubs, toilets
• Removing blockages in shopping centers, factories, offices, etc.
• Removing blockages in private houses/cottages

Cost calculation

Urgent removal of sewerage blockages in Moscow and the Moscow region according to best price from the Kanalservice company. When it is necessary to clean the sewer or remove a blockage of any complexity, we will do it quickly and with a guarantee of quality.

Elimination of blockages in sewer pipes in apartments and houses (in any residential premises), and at industrial facilities.

Removing any sewer blockages: price of services

We remove sewer blockages for a price starting from RUB 4,500. for the service. The exact cost of cleaning and eliminating sewer blockages is discussed with the manager immediately, or we will come out for an assessment and an accurate calculation. The initially announced price remains unchanged, and a guarantee for the services is provided.

Cleaning drains and removing blockages in internal and external systems (including storm drains). Effective prevention blockages

If problems arise with the passage of the sewer, do not rush to pour the first chemical you come across into it, or climb into the system with a cable. At wrong choice composition can cause damage to pipes, connecting or sealing elements. And when you try to remove the blockage with a cable, without knowing the structural features of the sewer system and the material of the pipes, there is a possibility of mechanical damage to the system, which will entail the need for repairs.

Entrust the removal of sewer blockages to professional plumbers of the Kanalservice service. We guarantee complete removal of even complex blockages without consequences for the sewer system itself. favorable price in Moscow.

We will remove blockages in pipes and sewers:

• In apartments apartment buildings, private houses and cottages.
• At industrial, commercial, public and other facilities.
• In the storm drain.

Urgent removal of blockages in sewer pipes: why it is better to order from us

• Possibility to order a full range of work to eliminate sewer blockages. The company’s specialists, if necessary, will conduct a tele-inspection of the system’s condition, assess its compliance with SNiP requirements, and provide recommendations for maintenance and prevention of blockages.
• Call an emergency team 24/7. We are ready to go anywhere in Moscow and the region, even on weekends and holidays. The company's emergency teams are dispersed throughout the city and region, ensuring minimal arrival time at the site.
• Elimination of any blockages: operational, technological, mechanical.
• Providing a guarantee for work.

Removing sewer blockages: methods we use

Equipment available at Kanalservice company and technical means allow you to eliminate the most complex blockages in sewer pipes.

Clearing drain blockages from grease plugs

They can form in apartments or private houses, in establishments Catering, at confectionery factories, etc. To remove blockages from fatty deposits in the sewer system, the Kanalservice service uses cleaning using chemicals professional level(Polyclene, FLORIN SV, ECOLAN-KL and others). As well as removing deposits by flushing the pressure-pressure system and using a hydrodynamic method. If necessary, the electromechanical method is also used.

Clearing clogged sewer pipes in corners and corners

Depending on the nature of the deposits, hydrodynamic, chemical, pneumatic or electromechanical methods can also be used to clear blocked pipes. At the same time, we guarantee careful execution of the work, eliminating the disconnection of pipes in these places.

Remove drain blockage from lime and other solid deposits

In most cases, in order to clear a sewer blockage from urinary stone, limestone and other types of deposits we use hydrodynamic method cleaning the system. Together with it, electromechanical can be used to destroy difficult areas, and chemical (substances that soften solid deposits).

Removing storm drain blockages

The equipment available at the Kanalservice company makes it possible to eliminate sewer blockages in open and buried channels, trays, gutters, on grates, etc. The company also has sludge sucking machines for removing complex blockages from storm wells, storm water inlets, etc.

Removing technological blockages

If the malfunction of the sewer system is due to errors made during the design or during the installation of the system, our specialists will definitely detect this. Kanalservice engineers will provide you with recommendations for eliminating the causes and preventing process blockages in the future.

A clogged sewer pipe is a plug made up of particles of grease, dirt, and foreign objects (large or small) that prevents free drainage. In many cases, you can clean the sewer yourself, but to do this you need to know how and what products are best to use. Action should be taken in direct proportion to the cause and location of the sewer blockage.

Classifying sewer blockages according to the type of their occurrence helps determine the cleaning method.

Obstruction of the drainage system rarely occurs suddenly. More often, this is a gradual overgrowing of communications with fat and small debris, which decomposes, releasing a specific odor. A sign of a blockage is difficult drainage, when water comes out with difficulty. An unfavorable symptom of clogging is an unpleasant odor.

All blockages can be divided into the following types:

• Operational in a pipe. The most common type of drain blockage is caused by suspended debris (food debris, hair, household dust, sand) and fat, which inevitably end up in wastewater.
• Operational in siphon. It is formed when the siphon of a bathroom or sink becomes clogged with small debris.
• Mechanical. It forms suddenly when a large object gets into the drain pipe, or it grows gradually, for example, when toilet paper is flushed down the toilet.
• Technogenic. There is a design or installation error here. drain system. A sign that clogged pipes are due to their incorrect location are constantly appearing plugs.

How to determine the location of the blockage

All blockages can be divided according to the place of their formation:

• to the central ones - arising in a common riser;
• to local ones - those that arose in a separate apartment.

If a blockage has formed in the pipes that are located between the plumbing fixtures and the central sewer riser, then such a blockage, as a rule, can be eliminated quite quickly on your own, without resorting to the help of plumbers.

If the central drain is clogged, then you can’t handle it on your own, and you need to call the housing office.

Signs of a clogged central pipe: water in the apartment will not drain from any plumbing fixture. The worst option is when drain water they don’t just stand, but begin to rise in the sink, bathtub or toilet. This is especially typical for apartments located on the first floors of apartment buildings.

Note! If water does not drain in a particular sink (bathtub, toilet), and other plumbing fixtures are working normally, then the blockage is local in nature, and it is usually easy to fix it yourself.

Cleaning methods

All pipe cleaning methods can be divided into mechanical and chemical.