Clogged drains happen to everyone now and then, but wouldn’t it be nice to lower the chances of having to deal with this situation in the first place? The good news is that there are ways to minimize drainage problems. By following a few simple tips, households greatly reduce their chances of developing clogged pipes.
Use the Right Type of Toilet Paper
Not all toilet paper is the same. Although 3-ply toilet paper is softer, the more layers there are, the harder it is for the toilet paper to dissolve. To lower the chances of clogging the toilet, use one or two-ply toilet paper instead.
Avoid Rinsing Grease Down the Drain
Another way to avoid a clogged drain in Highland Park, IL, is to keep grease out of the kitchen sink. Many people are in the habit of pouring cooking grease down the drain, but when it hardens it creates a messy obstruction in the drain. Dispose of grease in a glass container or cover the drain with foil, pour the grease in the foil and wait for it to harden before wrapping up the foil and throwing the foil ball in the trash can.
Use Shower Gels Instead of Bar Soap
Bar soap is notorious for bits of soap breaking off and getting stuck in sink and shower drains. By switching from bar soap to shower gel, households lower the instances of clogged bathroom drains.
To clear a clogged drain in Highland Park, IL, fast and easy, contact BMW Plumbing, Inc. today.
