{"id":13006,"date":"2024-08-10T19:23:46","date_gmt":"2024-08-10T19:23:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dayandnightplumb.com\/?p=13006"},"modified":"2024-11-05T16:55:04","modified_gmt":"2024-11-05T16:55:04","slug":"how-to-keep-your-drains-unclogged","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dayandnightplumb.com\/?p=13006","title":{"rendered":"How to Keep Your Drains Unclogged"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\"HowIs there anything more irritating than a blocked drain? The gross gurgling sounds, the slowly rising water, the unpleasant stench – it\u2019s a nightmare!<\/p>\n

A clogged drain completely disrupts your home and your day. But you can stop clogs before they start by following these drain maintenance tips.<\/p>\n

Follow this advice to keep your drains free-flowing and your home clog-free!<\/p>\n

Don’t Wait – Fix Slow Drains Right Away<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ever notice the sink draining slower than usual? Don\u2019t ignore it! Act quickly at the first sign of drainage trouble. Slow drains mean debris is building up. But catching it early prevents a major clogging issue.<\/p>\n

When you spot a drain that\u2019s draining sluggishly, start with boiling water. Pour it down the drain to dissolve light grease or soap buildup. Follow that by plunging and using a zip-it tool to pull out hair and gunk manually.<\/p>\n

If these DIY methods don\u2019t solve it, call a plumber ASAP. Professionals have drain snakes to remove stubborn clogs and inspect pipes. Acting fast stops the clog from getting firmly wedged in place.<\/p>\n

Waiting allows debris to harden and accumulate. Tree roots can even grow into the pipes! Then you\u2019re facing an expensive repair. Don\u2019t put it off – slow draining means it\u2019s time to take action.<\/p>\n

Stop Clogs Before They Start With Drain Screens<\/strong><\/p>\n

Why let hair, food scraps, and gunk even go down your drains? Stop debris in its tracks by installing drain screens. Screens trap hair and particles before they disappear down your sink and tub drains.<\/p>\n

There are screens to fit drains of all shapes and sizes. For sink drains, get a flat screen that sits inside the drain opening. For tub drains, use a cone-shaped screen that fits into the pipe.<\/p>\n

Simply pop the screen out and wipe away the collected debris as needed. By preventing buildup in the first place, you avoid clog disasters! The little time spent on screen maintenance is worth it for clog prevention.<\/p>\n

Keep Grease Out of Your Pipes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a fact to make you think twice about pouring grease down the sink – it solidifies in your pipes as it cools. Enough buildup of hardened fat and oil will completely block water flow.<\/p>\n

Greasy food waste just comes with cooking at home. But never pour oils, fats, or sauces down your drains. Collect it in cans or jars and trash them when full instead.<\/p>\n

When washing pots and pans, wipe away greasy residue first. This keeps your dishwater from getting overloaded with grease that sticks inside pipes.<\/p>\n

Making this one small kitchen habit change prevents abundant greasy buildup in drains. Your pipes will stay gunk-free and keep flowing without greasy clog nightmares!<\/p>\n

Treat Your Toilet Right<\/strong><\/p>\n

It\u2019s tempting to flush random things for convenience, but a toilet isn\u2019t a trash can! Anything besides toilet paper can eventually cause major plumbing obstructions.<\/p>\n

Never flush these common \u201ctrash\u201d items:<\/p>\n