Drains are a large part of our business. Sometimes there is nothing that could have been done to prevent the problem from occurring. However, a large number of our drain repairs could have been avoided. Here are a few tips to help maintain your drains:
Kitchen Drain Tips
- Use the disposer wisely. Abuse of the garbage disposer always creates a problem.
- Use the basket strainer in the kitchen sink. If you don’t have one get one.
- Never pour grease down the drain.
- Scrape and wipe you diner plates off well before putting them in the dishwasher.
Bathroom Drain Tips
- Every couple of weeks while cleaning, be sure to remove the sink and top pop-up assembly and rinse them of removing hair and gunk that will eventually clog the drain.
- Make sure that your shower and floor drains have drain covers that are secure.
- Clean off that shelf above the toilet that will allow something to fall into and clog the toilet.
- If you have small children, educate then on what goes into to toilet as well as how much paper to use.
Preventative Treatments
- If you have an older home, treating your drains on a regular basis with an enzyme like Bio-Clean will help break down organic material and grease.
- A yearly root treatment with a product like ROOTX is also a good idea, if you suspect roots is clogging your sewer line.
Preventing drain clogs is the best way to prevent a plumbing emergency. Call a Charleston plumber to help you with any clogged drain.
