How to Keep Pipes Clear

Clogged pipes can be a nuisance but they can also cause major damage in a home. There are many different opportunities in a home that could flood given the amount of drains that within a home. Make sure to keep pipes clear, and lessen the need for water damage cleanup, with these quick tips:

Shower Hair

Shower drains are notorious for collecting hair, especially if you have family members who have long locks. Consider having a few tools on hand that make it easier to clear out hair like a plumbing snake or a hair catcher that can be found online or in stores. Regularly cleaning out shower drains is important to staying ahead of this issue can cause bathroom flooding.

Garbage Disposal

You’ll know that you have a clog in your garage disposal if you notice water backing up into your other kitchen sink. It’s not an uncommon issue as bits of food can get stuck after going through the disposal. Use a sink plunger to unclog the drain and create suction in the other sink drain. The suction should come loose quite easily.

Toss Grease

Putting cooking grease down your kitchen sink can cause flooding issues in the future. Make sure to always collect cooking grease in a metal can or other heat tolerant container that can be easily thrown away in the garbage. Doing this extra step may seem trivial but preventing grease build up in your pipes is important to reduce the risk of needing water damage cleanup.

Keeping household drains clear is important to prevent the need for water damage cleanup services. Household flooding is commonly caused by pipes backing up and can cause major problems for homeowners. If your home does experience flooding, call ServiceMaster of Charleston for all of your water damage cleanup needs.