Pipes, even fairly smooth inside, may clog sooner or later. Substances that form scale are present in the water. Solids and debris settle on it, forming a blockage over time. In such cases, cleaning the sewer is necessary. The price of work is from 2000 rubles. However, this event can be completely carried out independently. Next, we will analyze what are the ways to clean the sewer.
Classification
There are several ways in which you can clean the sewer. Each of them is effective for a certain type of blockage. When a plug of solid waste accumulates tightly in a hard-to-reach place appears in the pipe, the mechanical method is considered effective. This method can remove crushed stone, sand, branches or stones. The mechanical version is used as preliminary measures before flushing the system. Hydrodynamic cleaning of the sewage system is a washing of the pipe with water, which is supplied under high pressure. During the process, accumulated residues of pollution and caked silt are washed out. Hydrodynamic cleaning of the sewage system is applicable for the formation of blockages in hard to reach places. This option is quite effective and relatively inexpensive. Hydrodynamic cleaning of sewage costs from 180 rubles / m. In this case, the tightness of the pipes is not broken. When cleaning the sewer, the hot water is supplied thermally under pressure. This method is good if the blockage consists of viscous or fatty deposits. The chemical method of cleaning involves the use of special means - industrial or household substances. During this event, salt deposits, solid particles, scale, and rust are eliminated. The introduced compound promotes the dissolution of fat, leaching of sludge. Some solid particles become semi-liquid and easily removed from the system. The acceleration of purification and improving the quality of the process contributes to the formation of foam in the input substance.
Self-jam elimination with a simple device
If there is a blockage, then before you do something, you should determine its type. In other words, if possible, it is necessary to understand what exactly got into the pipe, and how serious the congestion is. The simplest cleaning method can be a plunger. It is sold in stores. The plunger is considered the first cure for blockages. To carry out cleaning with the rubber part, the device leans against the drain hole. At the same time, a layer of water should be above it. If the bathroom is being cleaned, then the overflow hole should be closed, which is usually located in the upper honor of the side wall. A plunger must rhythmically make several up and down movements. It is likely that this will help eliminate clogging, as the process will create a pressure drop and vacuum, due to which the plug will move inside the pipe.
Sewer cleaning cable
If the plunger does not help, another device should be used. A flexible cable for cleaning the sewer can also be purchased at the store. The device should be wound, and its free end should be thrown into the pipe as far as possible. In this case, the cable must be pushed neatly forward. He will stop when he encounters a congestion. From this moment on, movements for the introduction of devices should be more persistent. After a while, the garbage will begin to break up into separate fragments. They will leave by gravity from the pipe.
Other options
If the toilet is clogged, you can use a meter-long piece of rubber hose. Wearing gloves, it should be gradually introduced into the drain. Due to the fact that the hose has the necessary flexibility and rigidity, it will effectively push through the trash. If the mechanical method did not help, you need to use the chemical one.
The most popular tool today is considered "Mole". It is available in both powder and liquid form. It should be said that chemicals are not recommended for frequent use. When applying, care must be taken. If you can’t fix the congestion yourself, you need the help of professionals.
Special equipment
Hydrodynamic cleaning of the sewage system involves the use of pumps, thanks to which it is possible to supply water under pressure. Due to the use of modern technologies, the manufactured equipment is economical and compact. A variety of nozzles act as the working part. The necessary element is selected in accordance with the task. The nozzle design involves the formation of jet thrust due to the ejection of water flow in the opposite direction of movement. In this case, the device automatically moves along the flushed pipe. A flexible hose is used to connect the pump and nozzle. This allows you to clean systems even of complex design. The water that is supplied to the pipe has the ability to grind and eliminate any type of blockage, including sprouted plant roots. Devices that clean the sewer in a hydrodynamic way can have various dimensions. The size of the equipment depends on the diameter of the pipeline and the task. So, for pipes Ø from 350 mm, a wheelbase for units is used. She gives equipment mobility. The absolute autonomy of the equipment allows for work at remote sites. There is no need to connect to centralized energy systems.
Flushing technology
A nozzle located on a flexible hose is introduced into the hole in the pipeline, usually to a depth of 500-700 mm. After that, the pump turns on. Further, the equipment begins to work in automatic mode. The task of the operator is to feed and hold the hose. Encountering an obstacle, water that exits the nozzle pushes it through. So the blockage is removed from the pipe. For greater effectiveness, the procedure is repeated several times. After the blockage is eliminated, the used water is drained into the sewer. As a result, the pipeline remains ready for subsequent operation.