Nothing is worse than a clogged drain during the holidays, especially when the water has started to accumulate while you’re cooking or when your bathtub isn’t draining during a family visit.
Clogged drains can cause flooding, foul smells, and costly damages. Whether it is in your kitchen, causing old food and debris to pile up in your sink, or your bathtub, forcing you to shower in dirty water, it is not fun.
A clogged drain is a common household problem. It can happen when grease, food, hair, or other substances get stuck in your drains. Your pipes might get blocked, leading to overflowing water in your sink or tub.
It is important to know what action to take to prevent these mishaps from happening and what to do if your drain gets clogged so that you can keep your home smelling fresh and your sewage system working correctly.
Regularly cleaning your drains has many benefits for your family:
– It can prevent clogs and backups in your sinks, toilets and tubs.
– It can help remove unpleasant odors from your home.
– It can reduce the risk of flooding in your home.
– It will help maintain a healthy environment in your home by preventing mold and mildew growth on the walls of your pipes.
It is essential to keep your drains cleaned to prevent unwanted messes and unenjoyable bathing experiences. Start by boiling a pot of water, but let it cool for a few minutes before pouring it down the drain. Use caution as to not burn yourself. Then mix baking soda and vinegar, cover the drain with the plug, and wait for 5 to 10 minutes. Finally, pour hot water down the drain again to clear the clog. Both methods are partial proof, but they can help if you are short on time.
In the case of a clogged drain, many temporary fixes can allow you to use your sink or tub again. A plunger and a snake are the most common ways to unclog drains.
Plungers can create enough suction to push the clog through the drain, while snakes use a wire coil to push the substances through and clear the clogs.
Most of the methods listed above offer short-term relief, but you will continue to experience clogs until you hire professionals.
Your best option for guaranteeing your drains are no longer clogged is to schedule a drain cleaning with Miller’s Services. We will provide you with a complete drain cleaning, freeing your pipes of any issues and preventing long-term damage. Schedule your drain cleaning today! Our plumbing professionals will get your system working like new again.