Floor drains play a key role in flushing pooling water and preventing damage to your home. When they back up, you may find yourself scrambling to schedule emergency drain cleaning services. Following a general drain-maintenance plan is a must along with completing simple tasks to prevent problems and ensure your drain is functional.

Understanding Floor Drain Care

The Purpose of Floor Drains

Floor drains are often found in garages and basements. They rely only on gravity; when water begins to pool, it’s drawn to and flushed down the drain into the sewer or septic system.

Why Drain Cleaning is Important

If your floor drain isn’t functioning correctly, it’s not going to remove pooling water. This will inevitably lead to water damage. Standing water in a basement or garage will erode concrete flooring, which can lead to serious foundation cracks.

Water will also lead to mold growth in these areas. Long-term mold exposure can cause flu-like symptoms in family members and can lead to hospitalization for those that are allergic. You may even have to deal with waste backup and foul sewer smells in your home.

How to Clean Drains

You only need a simple cleaning regime to prevent water damage and other problems. Check the drain regularly for debris. If you notice any blockages above or below the grate, you can remove the debris to clear the buildup.

Hot water can also help clear small blockages that are causing water to pool. If you’re dealing with odors, pour one cup of baking soda and one cup of vinegar down the drain. 

Although these might help minor issues, major blockages warrant professional drain cleaning services. Debris can build up deep in your system, and technicians will need to use plumbing snakes and other devices to clear them.

 

Never wait to address a clogged drain. A A & A Drain Cleaning of Dalton, GA, can unclog drains and plumbing fixtures to ensure you don’t face water damage. They provide a variety of septic services alongside drain cleaning, including sewer cleaning, which you can learn about on their website. Call (706) 226-1267 to schedule an inspection and connect on Facebook to receive more tips about septic system care.