overflow loosing flow?!

[Dert42]

my overflow isn't draining as quickly as it used to.
it seems like it's gradually slowing.

could algea or sponges be growing and blocking the flow in the drain pipes?
if so how do i clean them?
my pipes go through a wall and around some bends, so i can't just shove a stick in there and clean them.

 

[stlouisguy]

Is the water level rising in the tank? Then its your flow that is restricted

Is the water level dropping? Then your pump is cutting down production

 

[Nanook]

Check the drains for snails or other materials that could clog it. Also, check the pump to make sure it is clean, not filled with calcium deposits. Usually, there is either a restriction to flow or a restriction to the drain...like Clark said.

 

[capncapo]

I think I'd do an internet search on flexible brushes.

 

[Dert42]

the water in the tank is rising.
snail... could be!
i will check what i can when i get home.

failing the obvious i guess i'll search for some kind of brush.

 

[griss]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=8464624#post8464624 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by capncapo
I think I'd do an internet search on flexible brushes.

Hey Greg, keep your private life to yourself. TMI, TMI!!!!

 

[sirreal63]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=8465596#post8465596 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by griss
Hey Greg, keep your private life to yourself. TMI, TMI!!!!

 

[griss]

Thank you, thank you. I'll be here all week, try the veal and don't forget to tip your waitress.

 

[Boosted Rxp]

dert i got some of them brushes you can have a few of them