From backed up loos to standing in stagnate shower water and burst pipes, blocked drain in Sylvania is a real pain!
But, did you know that they’re a harmful health hazard too?
Blocked drains are caused by an accumulation of sewage, food, grease, fat, or tree root intrusions. With the warm weather of Sylvania even in winter, it’s easy for bacteria to breed and for food to fester.
Simply put, blocked drains are breeding grounds for bad bacteria! Let’s delve in.
Bacteria Breeding Grounds
The types of bacteria found flourishing in backed-up pipes are not for the faint-hearted! From a 24-hour bug to a trip to the hospital, ignoring blocked drains is not worth the risk. The same can be said for quick-fix online solutions.
Some rapid remedies like chemical drain cleaners damage your drainage system, while others can actually aid breeding!
The smart, safe choice would be to swap your plunger for a plumber as soon as you notice badly blocked drains.
Escherichia Coli
Ah E. coli, a crowd favourite – not! You’ll find this one in drains exposed to fresh produce, unpasteurised milk, contaminated food and water, or someone already sick with it.
Although most strains are beneficial for your gut, there are six sickening strains you want to avoid. Some cause diarrhea, while others cause:
- Urinary tract infections
- Respiratory illness
- Pneumonia
- Abdominal pain, cramping, or tenderness
Salmonella
Any drains exposed to meat, fresh produce, dairy products, or sewage are the perfect place for Salmonella to thrive. Salmonellosis can last up to seven days. In severe cases, hospitalisation is necessary. The symptoms include:
- Diarrhea
- Fever
- Abdominal cramps
- Vomiting
Staphylococcus Aureus
This unpleasant bacteria thrives in wet conditions, but can still survive in dry drains (great). Especially those exposed to someone who’s infected, deli meats and salads, and dairy products. These Staph infections induce:
- Skin infections (abscesses, cellulitis, boils, etc.)
- Bloodstream infections
- Bone and joint infections
- Pneumonia
Campylobacter
You’ll find this critter in drains that are prone to unchlorinated water, vegetables, milk, or raw meat. Not only is it the most common cause of the paralysing Guillain-Barré syndrome, but it also causes:
- Diarrhea
- Bloody stool
- Vomiting
- Abdominal cramps
- Bloating
- Fever
It’s important to note that in most cases, these bacteria cause mild illness. But, considering the COVID-19 crisis, protecting your immune system is the smart thing to do.
Rain, shine, or global pandemic, the plumbers at Priority Plus Plumbing are always available in Sylvania! They’re clean, hygienic, and adhere to the strictest Australian safety guidelines.
If you’ve got blocked drain in Sylvania, we’ve got the expertise you need!
