Why do the roots end up entering and blocking the pipes?

All urban areas, or private homes that have a considerable density of trees, may end up experiencing their sewerage network suffering the consequences of root penetration in pipes. Tree roots penetrate pipes because it is natural for them to seek a source of water and nutrients to feed on. 

Therefore, the roots of the trees are uncontrollable, and they will always try to make their way where it is most convenient to get the necessary nutrients for the survival of the tree. To remove the roots from pipes, you should hire a person who Specialise in roots cleaning in Bondi. They know the most efficient method to carry out this process. 

How does a professional service detect the existence of pipes?

Finding an effective method to remove roots from sewerage pipes can give a person an odd headache. However, there is only one method that can fix the problem once and for all. The growth and appearance of roots inside the pipes are common occurrences. However, they must be detected, treated, and eliminated. If this was not done, these roots would grow and could break the entire structure of the tubes that are underground.

To eliminate the roots of the pipes, you must first know where they come from. If these are located at the beginning of the tube, it will be easy to remove them. But, if it is not, we will have to do two tests:

• Open the channel and find where they come from.
• Inspect a camera. Specialized services have a specialized robot with a camera that will show the inside surface of the pipe. Their cameras are adapted to all types of pipes, sewers, and tubes. 

Advantages of periodic sewer cleaning

 

The advantages of preventive sewage maintenance are notable at all scales of the plumbing system, whether it is a private house, a community of neighbors, or a company. The following stand out.

 

• Avoid blockages and obstructions: some waste in the sewers such as compresses, cotton, wipes, and plastics can eventually cause serious obstructions in the sanitation networks.
• Reduce the risk of overflow and flooding: In case of heavy rainfall, a culvert that is not completely clean or has some obstruction can cause an overflow or flood.
• Reduce bad odours: often people tend to pour oil, food scraps, paint, and chemical products... down the drain instead of in the trash. This can lead to build-ups and clogs in the sewers. And in the process of decomposition of this waste, bad odors, and gases can be generated outside.
• Avoid pests: sewage, together with organic waste, is a perfect habitat for rodents and insects. Therefore, sewer cleaning prevents its appearance.

Do you want to perform a sewer cleaning? At Top Quality Plumbing we have the necessary technical resources and experienced Bondi plumber in Waverley council. Contact us if you want to avoid and prevent blockages, leaks, floods, and bad odors in the sanitation and sewage networks.