: Excessive use of bath oils can contribute to the waxy buildup inside pipes. AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more
To understand a blockage, you have to respect the "U-bend" (or P-trap). This curved pipe is the hero of your bathroom’s sanitation; it holds a pocket of water that acts as a seal, preventing sewer gases from floating up into your home. However, this necessary bend is also the great bottleneck of domestic plumbing. bath blockage
: Traditional bar soaps contain fats that react with minerals in water, creating a waxy residue that narrows the diameter of your pipes. : Excessive use of bath oils can contribute