Drain blockage can happen anytime, especially if the drainage and sewer systems are not maintained regularly. If the drain is blocked completely, your sink, shower, bathtub and toilet can become full of water. Usually, drainage and sewer systems get blocked due to the carelessness of people.

Blockages in a kitchen sink can happen if you fail to use a drain strainer for catching food particles and other rubbish that falls through the drain pipes. Build-up of these particles will eventually result in drain clogging. Moreover, oil and cooking grease build-up in drain pipes can make the matter worse.

When it comes to toilets, excessive flushing of toilet paper is the main culprit. The flushing of items that are not intended for the toilet is another major cause of clogged toilet drains. Items such as paper towels, sanitary napkins and baby wipes also cause drain blockages. Showers, bathtubs, bathroom sinks can also get blocked when hair causes build-ups in the pipes.

Items like soaps, toothpaste and hair gel etc. exacerbate the problem as they form a build up which further add to the blockage. Unfortunately, clogs can even occur due to problems that have nothing to do with whatever you put into your drains. Tree roots, scale and the deterioration of crushed drains and rusted pipes are also known to cause plumbing problems. So, if you want to keep your drains from such blockage problems, it is wise to opt for regular professional drain cleaning services in London.