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Keeping your plumbing system in optimal condition starts with practicing preventative maintenance. You can prevent clogged drains and toilets by making smart choices and handling problems before they snowball into costly repairs. Here are plumbing tips to keep your drains clean and clog-free.

Preventative Maintenance Tips to Stop Clogged Drains

1. Throw Grease & Oil in the Trash 

Cooking grease, butter, and oils should never be dumped in your sink or down the drain. Even if the grease is liquid when you pour it down the drain, it will cool and congeal in your pipes and cause blockages. Dispose of grease and oils by pouring it into a metal coffee container or another receptacle that can be thrown away.

2. Use a Drain Screen

clogged drainTo prevent food scraps, hair, and soap scum from getting into your drains, place a drain screen or filter in all of your sinks and tubs. Screens are available at your local hardware store. Speak with your local plumber if you need help figuring out what sized screens you should purchase.

3. Use the Garbage Disposal Correctly

Contrary to popular belief, not everything can be macerated by your garbage disposal. Egg shells, coffee grounds, and food bones should never be placed in the garbage disposal because they can damage the disposal blades and clog the drains. Make sure the waste that you do drop into the disposal has been cut into small pieces first. When in doubt, throw food scraps into the trash can.

 

Even if you do take all the necessary steps to prevent clogged drains, plumbing problems can still arise. Contact the professionals at London Plumbing & Remodeling, in Amador County, CA, when you need the skilled services of a licensed and insured plumber. Their experienced team of plumbers and remodeling contractors handle a wide range of plumbing repairs, including clogged drains and toilets, appliance installation, and bathroom remodels. Call (209) 296-3613 to request an estimate, or visit us online to learn more about their services.

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