There’s almost nothing more annoying than a plugged drain, and most kitchen drains get clogged due to a build up of grease and food particles. Bathroom drains over time get clogged with hair and soap. Most drains can be cleaned easily, but taking a few simple steps will help you to keep your drains clear.
- Don’t pour grease or coffee grounds down the sink.
- Don’t overuse chemical cleaners, as they can corrode metal piping. Use a cleaner with sodium nitrate or sodium hydroxide no more than one time every few months.
- Keep floor drains clean. Some showers and basement floor drains have strainers at the opening, which can be easily removed and cleaned.
- Periodically, remove the tub’s overflow plate and reach the rocker arm. Remove any hair or build up and rinse well.
- Be sure that your sewer pipes aren’t damaged by tree roots.
- When you clean your gutters, flush out your vent system.
Sun, Oct 11, 2009
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