Waste management in your home starts with your drains. All wastewater enters the plumbing system through a drain of some sort, which is why it is really important to take care of your drains to prevent any major plumbing problems. Some of the most common plumbing problems can be prevented by taking care of your drains! Here are some tips to help you take care of your drains.
We cannot say it enough! Watch what goes down the drain. Taking better care of your drains starts with what you put down the drain. Drains are meant to remove liquid waste. Nothing more. Many people are under the misconception that anything can go down the drain. This simply isn’t the case. Once something goes down the drain, it travels through a network of pipes, where it will eventually enter into the city sewer system, or septic tank, that is if there aren’t any obstructions that prevent the flow of water. This is why you really want to pay attention to what goes down the drain. By flushing or putting things that don’t belong like: trash, plastic, hair, food particles, and grease, you risk buildup over time. Once something catches in your pipes it can continue to grow and collect other debris, which can eventually lead to a major clog! To prevent this from happening, only flush or put things down the drain that belong. If you are unsure about something, it is better to veer on the side of caution.
Garbage disposal is often the reason why so many people think that anything can go down the drain. Just because garbage is in the name, does not mean that the garbage disposal should be treated like a trash can. The garbage disposal was meant to pulverize small pieces of food that were rinsed off dirty dishes. This allows the small food particles to travel through the pipes and not cause a clog. Watching what goes down at the garbage disposal is important, you can invest in a small screen to prevent unwanted items from entering the garbage disposal. It is also important to make sure you are operating it correctly. Always run water when using the garbage disposal, and avoid overloading it!
Every now and then you may get an unpleasant whiff coming from your drains. There are several reasons for this.
Regular drain cleaning is the best way to prevent clogs. Over time a grimy sludge buildup in your pipes, which can obstruct the flow of water and form large clogs. The best way to combat drain sludge is to have your drains and pipes cleaned at regular intervals. You can easily set up a service agreement with your local plumber to ensure that you are staying on top of your regular drain cleaning.
At the first signs of a clog, many people are quick to reach for the liquid drain cleaner. This can be a costly mistake. For starters, liquid drain cleaners only provide temporary relief, a lot of the time only putting a band-aid on the issue. Liquid drain cleaners can also cause damage to the pipes, are dangerous to handle and are not good for the environment. Avoid issues related to liquid drain cleaners and hire a plumber! For more tips on how to take care of your drains or to schedule your drain cleaning contact John Owens today!
Our philosophy is simple, we always want to maintain equipment to give it the longest life possible. Next, we want to focus on repairing when something goes wrong. Then only as the last choice, we replace equipment when needed. That’s the John Owens Way.
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