Blocked drains are the biggest hurdle in maintaining a clean and healthy environment. Clogged drainage pipes can create a lot of health disorders too. Clean drainage systems ensure the smooth and clean working of the environment. However, we often take these drainage pipes for granted. Their efficiency seems less important to us. Maintenance plans are initiated only when the damage aggravates us completely. In order to maintain the lifeline of a city, it is essential to clean the drainage pipes regularly.

Drainage pipes get choked due to the abundance of waste stuck in it. The main causes of blocked drains are pieces of paper, cigarettes, hair, debris and branches of trees etc. Commercial and building waste also contributes to the damage. It is crucial to prevent the blockage from happening in the first place. Many people throw waste in toilets. This can be hazardous; also food waste and pieces of broken soaps are common causes of blocked drains.

The drainage pipes, apart from being clogged by waste materials, can also get blocked by the silt, litter and grease stuck in the pipes. This causes a major blockage reducing the efficiency of drains. The deposits get stored unnecessarily causing dirty blocked pipes.

This restricts the flow of water from kitchen sinks as the waste accumulates every time you use it. Excessive blockages can cause flooding in the drainage pipe thus spreading a dirty odour in your kitchen. Blocked drains can lead to a lot of problems, as the water gets contaminated leading to health problems.

Thus, it is essential to prevent blocked drains by taking active steps to maintain them. An efficient drainage system will lead to a safer environment.

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