Cleaning the drain: an important task in outdoor areas

Drains can quickly become clogged in outdoor areas. It is therefore crucial to clean the drain quickly to prevent flooding, moisture damage, material damage and even accidents. But how exactly does this work? Can you do the cleaning yourself or should you call in us, the sewer heroes? And finally, are there any preventative measures that can help?

Why external drains become blocked and need to be cleaned

Leaves, stones, mud and other debris often collect in the drains. Especially in the fall, when the trees shed their leaves, the risk of blockage is very high. But even in spring, stones from gritting and other debris often block the drain openings.

External drains can become blocked at any time of year. After heavy rainfall, dirt particles get into the drains and can block them. Recognize the problem early and act quickly to prevent major damage.

How to clean your outdoor drains

You do not usually need any special tools for superficial soiling. However, it is important to wear waterproof clothing, a face mask and a face mask. This is how you proceed:

1. First remove the cover from the drain (some covers have a visible blockage and must be loosened with a crowbar, for example).
2. Once you have removed the cover, remove the leaves and other debris from the drain. Place it in a bucket.
3. Now just spray out the drain before putting the cover back into position.

If the drain is already open, you should also check the entire drainage pipe system. Sand, limescale and other deposits may be deeper in the pipes. We at Kanalhelden not only clean the drain, but also check the pipes for further blockages. If necessary, we can also carry out a complete Sewer cleaning, so that everything is sparkling clean again.

How to remove stubborn dirt from the drain

Sometimes simple cleaning is no longer sufficient. If the drain and pipe are completely blocked, even stubborn incrustations can be removed.

There are two common methods that you can try out for yourself:

• Water jet with garden hose: Insert the hose into the drain. As soon as you come across a blockage, try to clear the blockage with a strong jet of water.
• Drainage spiral: A drainage spiral helps to loosen stubborn blockages. The tip of the spiral drills into the blockage and removes it. Then rinse with water.

If these methods are not enough, you can remove stubborn incrustations with these professional techniques:

• High pressure cleaner: Drains are cleaned with high water pressure, which can loosen even stubborn blockages.
• Pipe cleaning machine: If the blockage cannot be cleared using other methods, a professional pipe cleaning machine is a good option. This works at high pressure and is ideal for thorough cleaning.