The holiday season is a time for joy, family gatherings, and delicious feasts. However, it can also be a time of increased stress on your home’s plumbing system. With more people using the kitchen and bathrooms, it’s essential to take some practical steps to keep everything flowing smoothly. Here are some tips to ensure your plumbing stays in top shape and how Home Climates can assist in a plumbing emergency. Keep reading to learn more!
Kitchen Plumbing Tips
- Avoid Pouring Grease Down the Drain: Grease and cooking oils can solidify in your pipes, leading to clogs. Instead, let them cool and dispose of them in the trash.
- Use a Drain Strainer: This simple tool can catch food particles and prevent them from going down the drain and causing blockages.
- Avoid These Items in Your Garbage Disposal: Not everything should go down your garbage disposal. Avoid fibrous vegetable peels, pits, nuts, shells, large bones, and grease in order to keep your disposal running smoothly.
Bathroom Plumbing Tips
- Don’t Flush Non-Flushable Items: Items like wipes, cotton balls, and hygiene products should never be flushed, as they can cause significant blockages. Please note, while some bathroom wipes are advertised as flushable, they really aren’t. They don’t break down like toilet paper and can cause a significant blockage.
- Install a Hair Catcher: Hair is a common cause of bathroom drain clogs. A hair catcher can prevent hair from going down the drain and causing issues.
- Regularly Clean Your Drains: Use a mixture of baking soda and vinegar to keep your drains clean and free of buildup.
How Home Climates Can Help
Despite your best efforts, plumbing emergencies can still happen. That’s where Home Climates comes in. Our team of experienced plumbers is available to handle any plumbing issues that arise. Whether it’s a clogged drain, a burst pipe, or a malfunctioning water heater, we have the expertise and tools to get your plumbing back in working order quickly and efficiently.
Don’t let plumbing problems ruin your holiday season. Follow these tips to keep your plumbing running smoothly, and remember that Home Climates is here to help in any emergency – just give us a call and we’ll be happy to help get your plumbing working smoothly again!
