Preventing a plumbing disaster in your home

Clogged drains can turn out to be a major disaster in your home when not addressed properly. Check out these Sydney plumbing tips to prevent blocked drains and save you some dollars.

Sydney plumber tip 1: Take care of your drains

Managing drains is simple. You just need to be more attentive of your everyday household chores to keep things running. For example:

Avoid washing down food remnants from your pans to your sink. Collect the grease and cooking oil from your pans, bowls and other utensils and throw them in the bin.
The same applies to plates. Wipe them off first before washing them to avoid items clogging your drain.
Every week, try filling the tub and sink in your house up to the brim before pulling the plug. This fills the drainpipe, flushing the entire line.

Local Sydney plumbing experts recommend doing regular checks. “Check sinks and plugs every 3 months or so for hair and soap scum (biofilm) buildup and give them a quick clean by pouring a quarter of a cup of baking soda down the drain, followed by half a cup of vinegar. Wait ten minutes for that to do its thing, then flush it with boiling water.”

One plumber also adds: “If your drain is running slowly or smells, pour a pot of boiling water down it. That will clear a lot of problem clogs, especially in your kitchen drain, where oils are likely to collect and solidify.”

As such, consulting a professional plumber and having your pipes checked can completely save you the damage and costs long term.

Sydney plumber tip 2: Preventative plumbing

Always clean your sink and pipeline even if you think it is not clogged up. Preventive measures are always better than addressing an actual problem.

After cleaning the drain, always see to it that it is plugged or covered. Simple drain covers can go a long way in preventing food particles, hair and other materials from getting into your pipeline. Also do not forget to clean your popup stoppers.

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