Blocked drains don’t usually have just one cause; it depends on the type of drain and how it’s used.
- Kitchen sinks often become blocked by cooking oil, grease, and food scraps.
- Showers and bathrooms are commonly clogged with hair, soap scum, and toiletries.
- Toilets can be blocked by baby wipes, nappies, or sanitary products.
- Outdoor drains are often affected by tree roots, leaves, dirt, and storm debris.
- Foreign objects like toys or small household items can also end up lodged in pipes.
Whether in a home or commercial property, these everyday issues are some of the most common reasons drains become blocked.