"It's that time of year, and your home will likely experience increased plumbing usage due to potential holiday parties, out-of-town guests, and extra cooking and baking. Take precautions to prevent plumbing emergencies. Don't let a plumbing issue ruin your holiday spirit!"
Clean-Out the Drains for Out-of-towners
During this seasonal period, many individuals graciously accommodate out-of-town visitors in their homes. However, the increased usage of plumbing fixtures during don't times can inadvertently lead to plumbing issues.
It is advisable to address this potential concern proactively by acquiring a drain cleaner in advance. Regularly applying the cleaner to frequently used sinks can mitigate any accumulation of debris and prevent plumbing problems during the influx of guests.
Post a Bathroom Sign for Guests
Putting a bathroom sign for party and house guests in the most commonly bathroom can be helpful in preventing people from throwing paper towels or sanitary items. Something along the lines of…
“Please flush toilet paper only. Dispose of all other items in the trash (i.e. paper towels, sanitary items, cotton balls, dental floss etc..). Thank you!”
Drain Covers
Another great tip is to have drain covers in the kitchen to catch food debris and in the showers and tubs to catch hair and soap residue.
Prevent Kitchen Sink Headaches
As the holidays approach, many of us spend more time cooking and baking. With our to-do lists growing longer, it's easy to forget our daily responsibilities and precautions. Remember to dispose of cooking grease and food debris, such as excess flour, cookie or pie dough, chicken, turkey, or fish bones, in the trash, not the kitchen sink.
These items can accidentally clog your disposer. To prevent this, get a drain cover to stop these items from going down the drain. Also, remind friends, family, and caterers to be cautious in the kitchen.
Keep your holiday season bright with these preventative tips to keep your home plumbing running smoothly!
But remember, if you encounter a clog or significant problem, save yourself the additional stress and call a professional to fix the problem promptly.
