Common Signs of Blocked Drains in Your Home

Have you been experiencing problems with flooding, gurgling, or unpleasant odours in your home that seem to be getting worse? If so, you likely have blocked drains.

The most common causes of blocked drains include hair build-up around the drain hole, grease buildup within the pipe, and large amounts of food waste being flushed down the toilet or sink without prior preparation (i.e., cutting up larger pieces into smaller ones).

No matter what the cause of your blocked drain may be, it’s incredibly inconvenient for any homeowner and can cause damage to your furniture and health if it's not fixed quickly. In this article, we’ll talk about the three most common signs of blocked drains in your home and what you can do about them.

If you've noticed water pooling around your sink, shower, or toilet, then it’s a sign that your drain may be blocked. Sometimes, there may even be sewage backing up in the toilet and overflowing out of the bowl.

Fixing a blocked drain can be difficult to do yourself when the cause of it is unknown. So, if you’re suddenly finding pools of water in your house, it’s best to call a professional plumber to find the reason for it and fix the problem quickly for you.

Another sign of a blocked drain is slow drainage and gurgling sounds coming from your pipes.

There are many reasons for this to occur, and finding where the sound is coming from should help you to pinpoint where the blockage may be.

If, for example, there is a distinct gurgling noise coming from your bathroom when you turn on the water in the kitchen, then it's likely that the kitchen sink drain line is blocked or there's a leak in the pipe.

A blocked pipe resulting in an occasional gurgle here and there is generally not a serious matter, but it could become a larger problem that leads to broken or leaking sewer lines if it's left for too long.

Toilets manufactured in the mid-90s with early designs to reduce water usage are more prone to blocking. Reducing toilet paper use and avoiding flushing foreign objects is essential to preventing blockages in these models.

Newer styles have become more efficient and less likely to clog.

Inspection by a qualified plumber can identify the type of toilet and if a replacement would be more effective.

Our team at TJM Plumbing are experts at fixing your home's blocked pipes. With over a decade of experience, our fully insured plumbers are up for any job, big or small.

We’re on call 24/7 and serve customers in Lismore and the NSW North Coast.

Call us now on 0402 311 821 and let us help you today.