No one wants to be stuck with a clogged drain. They are frustrating and often expensive to repair. Fortunately, when you know about proper drain maintenance, you can prevent this plumbing nightmare from occurring. Below are a few tips to avoid dealing with this problem in your household.

3 Plumbing Tips to Prevent Clogged Drains

1. Call a Plumber for a Visual Inspection

If you keep having a problem with clogged pipes, it could be from tree roots growing through the joints, a partially collapsed pipe, or failing cast iron that is flaking off and creating a blockage. Calling a plumber to visually “scope” your lines will get to the bottom of the problem and prevent future clogs and frequent repair bills. 

2. Use Drain Strainers

If you don’t have a garbage disposal, purchase a drain strainer for the kitchen. This will prevent food from going down the sink and clogging the pipes. They are also essential for showers, as hair is one of the biggest culprits of clogged drains.

3. Keep Your Drains Clean

An important step in preventing clogs is to perform weekly and monthly cleaning on your drains. At least once a week, remove the stoppers and drain covers and clean all debris or hair that has accumulated. About once a month, clean your garbage disposal, if you have one, and add a non-corrosive, bacteriological drain cleaner to all the drains in your home.

When you want to take preventative plumbing action, contact the experienced plumbers at Tarvin Plumbing to clean the drains and sewer lines connected to your home. They’ve been providing extensive plumbing services to the Cincinnati, OH, area for over a century. To learn more about how they can fix your pipes, visit their website or call them today at (513) 321-5726.