There’s hardly a more frustrating situation than dealing with a clogged shower drain first thing in the morning. The culprit? More often than not, it’s an accumulation of hair. As the owner of Dan’s Plumbing, I’ve got some straightforward, practical pointers to help you out.
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The Reason Behind Drainage Clogs
Hair is responsible for contributing to over 40% of blockages in residential plumbing worldwide. This seemingly harmless substance actually forms a sort of net within your pipes when it teams up with other substances like grease or soap. This forms a stubborn blockade that would even impress seasoned hydraulic engineers.
Recognizing Hair Clog Symptoms
Symptoms of hair clogs can be pretty noticeable. Your water just doesn’t flow out as fast, and you might even hear a gurgling noise coming from the drain. Or worse, the water starts backing up. Global research that spotted over 50% participants dealing with hair clogs last year is proof enough of this hairy menace.
Key Pointers on Hair-Related Clogs
Remember, each person sheds between 50 and 100 hairs daily, which adds to potential clog material during showers. Plus, neglecting drains – a guilty habit shared by roughly 30% Australians according to a survey – accelerates the clog development process too.
Best Practices for Clog Deterrence
The best practices involve regular maintenance. Cleaning your drain once a week can cut down the chances of severe clog caused by hair and soap residues by up to 95%. Smart, isn’t it? Just imagine the reduced drain cleaner consumption – not to mention the lighter environmental impact.
What to Do with Present Clogs?
If a clog does form, the best course of action is to call a professional such as Dan’s Plumbing. As this Australian Home Beautiful piece advocates, trying too hard on your own might cause unnecessary damage.
Hair’s Role in Plumbing Issues
About 80% of adults aged between 20 and 70 suffer from hair loss to varying degrees. That, along with natural shedding amounts to a significant wollop of hairy trouble for your drains. The role hair plays in complex plumbing issues just can’t be stressed enough.
Drain Protection Measures
A simple yet effective solution is investing in a shower hair catcher. These products are specifically designed to catch hair before it even enters the drain, which cuts down incidence of hair clogs by over 70%.
Proper Hair Maintenance Pre-Shower
Even a basic step like brushing hair before showering helps dislodge loose strands at source. Rather going spiralling down shower drains and into potential clogs, they end up trapped in your comb or brush – much easier clean-ups all around!
Conclusion: Keep Drains Clear
Remember, clog prevention starts and ends with you. Regular maintenance coupled with preventive measures will save you money and keep your showers running smoothly. As we say in Dan’s Plumbing, let’s keep those drains happy!
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