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Kids are curious, and they could find plumbing fixtures particularly intriguing, eager to watch wastewater disappear down drains. Seeing what else they can stuff down toilet, tub, and sink drains often leads to clogs and additional problems that only a trained plumber can solve. To protect your plumbing system from little ones, here’s what you should know. 

3 Plumbing Safety Suggestions for Homes With Kids

1. Install Toilet Seat Locks

From a child’s perspective, toilets look like little whirlpools when flushed. They could toss action figures, dolls, crayons, and other objects in the fixtures, getting enjoyment from watching items spin around. If objects get stuck in the drainpipe, wastewater can’t get through, making it impossible to flush a toilet. Gum, crayons, and other substances could break down and stick to the drain lining, narrowing the passageways. To limit kids’ access to toilets, install locking mechanisms on the seats. The devices prevent little hands from lifting the lids.

2. Keep Bathroom Doors Shut

plumberTo make sure kids don’t enter bathrooms unoccupied, keep the doors shut at all times. You can put child-proof locks on the doors to prevent tampering. When access to the bathroom is restricted, you won’t have to worry about youngsters wreaking havoc.

3. Cover Drains

In addition to toilets, kids can also sneak objects in tub and shower drains after bath time. If there is standing water left in the fixture, a blockage caused by a toy could be to blame. A plumber might have to use a drain snake or dismantle the pipes to find and remove the obstruction. To avoid drainage problems caused by a youngster’s curiosity, place covers over the openings. You should also place covers on basement and laundry room drains, as blockages could limit their ability to filter water if a pipe bursts or an appliance backfires.

 

If you suspect a child’s toy has found its way inside your plumbing system, contact the licensed plumbers at Wild West Plumbing Heating & Drain Service in Kalispell, MT, for help. Serving customers in the Flathead Valley area, the technicians provide drain cleaning and additional plumbing services to improve system performance. To learn about their 100% satisfaction guarantee, call (406) 752-1244, or connect with the plumbers online to schedule an appointment. 

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