Sometimes things get poured into sinks that can cause severe plumbing problems. Avoid pouring insecticides, household paint, gasoline, acids, kerosene or any toxic chemicals down the drain. They are hard on your drains and pipes, make the treatment of sewage more difficult. Harsh chemicals may also damage your water treatment system, which will increase operating costs.
Stay away from liquid drain cleaners (Liquid Plumber, Drano, etc.). The acidic ingredients are trapped in your pipes, and it can cause severe damage to them. The best method to relieve a clogged drain is with a plumbing snake. If you can’t snake the drain yourself, be sure to call a licensed plumber. Goodbee Plumbing: 985-898-1883
Other clog causes include: kitchen grease, rags, paper towels and sanitary napkins. Excess hair clogs drains and pipes. Use a strainer in the tub, shower and bathroom sink to keep hair out of your drains and pipes. Large clumps of tissue paper dissolve too slowly, causing clogs.
Motor and lubricating oil can clog drains by catching and holding unwanted debris in your pipes. Most full-service gas stations will accept used oil for recycling.
Here are a few things that should be kept out of your garbage disposal: coffee grounds, tea bags, egg shells, fruit peelings & pits, fish scales and candle wax. Most of that material can be composted. More tips can be found at www.goodbeeplumbing.com
Goodbee Plumbing is a local family-owned and operated plumbing business with over 18 years of experience. Scott and Allison Harrison are proud to serve the community that they call home, and they work hard to maintain their reputation as your trusted, reliable neighborhood plumber.
