Pro Blocked Drains is a 24 hour a day, 365 days a year, emergency drainage company providing services for blocked drains. We have a network of local drainage experts covering the UK who can help you with your drain blockage problem.
Your sink is blocked, and you need it to be unblocked, so you can enjoy clean dishes, a clean bathroom, or an unclogged toilet again. With the right drain cleaner at your disposal, you will be able to remove any blockages and get back to business as usual in no time at all.
There are three main reasons why your sink may become blocked: food debris, hair, and grease. Food debris can cause trouble if it’s allowed to collect in the pipes, while hair is more likely to clog up the drain itself. Grease can accumulate and block the passageway whilst also catching other debris which passes by.
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If none of these things seem like they could be causing your problem (or if there are other signs that something else is going on), then it’s probably best for you to just go ahead with one of our recommended remedies for blocked sinks below!
Before spending money on expensive drain unblockers, you can try to unblock the pipes yourself. Here are some simple tips for doing it:
Have you ever tried dropping a mint sweet into a bottle of cola – well, if you have, you’ll remember the way it bubbles up like volcano gasses. Mixing Vinegar and baking soda have the same effect, and you can use this chemical reaction to dislodge small debris in your drains so that it can be safely flushed away. Use equal amounts of the two but make sure to pour the baking soda into the drain first and wait a minute before adding the vinegar.
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Once the bubbling stops, you can run the hot water tap to flush away the blockage. This won’t help a large blockage but should be used weekly to take away any small pieces of grease, coffee grains, or food waste and prevent larger blockages from occurring.
Every household should keep this useful tool under the kitchen sink. When you have a blockage in your sink drain or your toilet, you can use it to dislodge the debris to then either remove it by hand or flush it away with hot water. The plunger is a very simple device that works by creating a vacuum over the drain and then pumping the plunger up and down for a few minutes. The suction helps to dislodge larger pieces of debris which can then be removed. A pro tip when using a plunger is to smear a little vaseline around the rubber head to create an airtight seal.
There are many chemical cleaners available from either the supermarket or DIY center and many have specialist applications to deal with specific blockages, so if you know if your drain blockage is caused by hair, grease, paper, or food debris, you can choose the best one that will unblock the drain in the fastest way. Most of the time, however, we only know we have a blockage rather than what the debris is made of. In that case, we can choose one of the general-purpose drain unblockers.
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Drano Max Gel Clog Remover is one of the best clog removers to use on your sink because it’s extremely powerful and will dissolve just about any clog in your drain. It’s safe for all kinds of pipes, even plastic ones, and is specially formulated to be gentle on sewer lines and septic systems.
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The main difference between this product and other drain cleaners is that it uses a gel formula as opposed to liquid chemicals or bleach-based solutions. The gel actually absorbs into clogs instead of simply washing away as liquids do, which means that you’ll get better results than what you would with traditional cleaning products.
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While this stuff works great for sinks with hair or soap scum buildup, you should exercise caution when using it around children or pets because it contains sodium hydroxide (lye).
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Green Gobbler Drain Clog Dissolver Gel is a powerful solution that works on all drains in the bathroom, kitchen, and laundry room. It also works on any other drains you have in your basement, garage, or anywhere else. It is particularly good at dissolving soap scum, lint, and hair buildup.
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Bio-Clean Eco-Friendly Drain Cleaner is a natural drain cleaner that is safe to use and effective on tough stains. This product can unblock sinks, showers, and toilets, as well as kitchen, drains. It’s also eco-friendly because it doesn’t contain any harsh chemicals that would be harmful to the environment or your health or your pets.
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Bio-Clean works by digesting organic material in your drains, making them easier to clear. This means that you won’t need to call in a plumber every time you have problems with your drains or sewers anymore!
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Thrift Odorless Drain Cleaner is the best value-for-money product that is safe and effective as a drain unblocker for all plumbing. It can be used on drains, toilets, and bathtubs and will work fast to clear your blockage. It can even be used on septic tanks as well!
We hope that this article has helped you to choose the best sink unblocker for your household needs, and if you still aren’t sure which one is right for you, then give us a call at Pro Blocked Drains.
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We are a nationwide company with engineers in Almer and with over 20 years of experience working with all types of drains and pipes, giving us extensive experience in all types of drainage problems. There are not many situations or problems we haven’t already come across and resolved!
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Our aim is always to find a solution as quickly as possible without causing you any inconvenience. With Pro Blocked Drains, we guarantee you:
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If you are based in Almer or the surrounding areas and need more information about our services, please get in touch with us today either by dropping us an email or calling on 0800 611 82 99.
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We will give you a free quote for all work carried out by our team of specialists. We also offer a 24/7/365 emergency service for any urgent repairs you may require. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is always happy to help!