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Tips and guides about pipes, cisterns and water tanks in Mallorca.
Bad smells from your drains: why they happen and how to get rid of them
Why your kitchen or bathroom drain smells, what actually causes it, and how to get rid of the odour for good in a Mallorca home.
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Septic tanks on Mallorca country properties: maintenance, emptying and common mistakes
How often to empty a septic tank, the warning signs that it's full, and the mistakes that shorten its life on Mallorca country properties.
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What you should never flush down the toilet or pour down the sink
Wet wipes, cooking oil, cat litter or building waste: what should never go down a drain, and what an entirely avoidable blockage ends up costing.
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Downpipe cleaning in apartment buildings: warning signs, responsibilities and frequency
When a building's downpipes need cleaning, the signs that warn of a general blockage, and how the cost is split between the association and the owner.
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Holiday rentals in Mallorca: the water and drainage check to do before the season
Cistern, tanks, drains and stacks: the check that prevents an emergency with a full house in the middle of the holiday rental season.
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How to Tell If a Water Cistern Is Contaminated: Signs, Risks and Solutions
Learn to spot the warning signs of a contaminated water cistern and what to do to restore safe water in your Mallorca home.
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How to Prepare Your Plumbing System for Winter in Mallorca
Mallorca's winter is mild but changeable. Learn how to protect your pipes from temperature swings, leaks and empty holiday homes.
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How Bacteria Like Legionella Form in Water Tanks
Why legionella grows in poorly maintained water tanks, the health context, and the practical steps that reduce the risk effectively.
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Why You Shouldn't Put Off Pipe Cleaning
Delaying pipe cleaning gets expensive fast. Here are the real consequences of postponing it and why proactive maintenance pays off.
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Common Plumbing Problems in Old Buildings
Outdated materials, scale build-up and patched-together renovations: the most common pipe issues in Mallorca's historic buildings.
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How to Prevent Blockages in Industrial Pipes
Best practices for Mallorca restaurants, workshops and agricultural facilities looking to prevent blockages in their pipework.
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Manual Drain Unblocking vs. Specialized Machinery: What's the Difference?
Learn when a manual plunger or rod is enough and when professional machinery is needed to clear stubborn pipe blockages for good.
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CCTV Pipe Inspection: Accurate Diagnosis Without Digging
How CCTV pipe inspection works and what problems it can detect inside underground pipes without breaking floors or walls.
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The Definitive Guide to Water Quality in Domestic Cisterns: Maintenance and Regulations
What affects water quality in a domestic cistern, how often to clean it, and what Spanish regulations say about private water storage.
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Checklist to Prepare Your Water Tank Before Cleaning
A practical guide to everything you should check and organize before the technical team arrives to clean your cistern or water tank.
Read more → Tree Roots: The Hidden Enemy of Pipes in Mallorca
Why tree roots are a common cause of recurring pipe blockages in Mallorca, how to spot the warning signs early, and how to fix it.
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Drinking Water Quality in Mallorca: What You Need to Know
An overview of where Mallorca's tap water comes from, how safe it generally is, and why home plumbing and tank maintenance still matter.
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