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If wastewater seeps down sinks slowly, don’t wait to schedule drain cleaning. Otherwise, it won’t be long before water can’t pass through the channels at all. To understand why clogs form in home sinks, below are substances that often accumulate in the drain lines. 

What Common Substances Make Sinks Clog?

1. Soap Scum 

When you wash your hands or face in the bathroom sink, the soapy lather will mix with calcium and magnesium in the water. The mixture forms soap scum that coats the drain line and blocks the passage. The gunk can corrode pipes, which can lead to leaks. Routinely pour baking soda and water down the drain to break up the residue before it can cause problems. 

2. Food Residue 

Kerrville-Texas-drain-cleaningBefore washing dishes, scrape stuck-on food into the trash can. Otherwise, food on dishware, pots, and pans will mix with water and end up down the kitchen sink. Over time, the buildup of particles will clog the P- or J-trap. In addition to scraping plates, place a mesh covering over the drain. It will trap food particles while allowing water to flow down the drain. To save time washing dishes, you can also install a garbage disposal to eliminate food waste.   

3. Grease Buildup

If you pour hot cooking grease down the kitchen sink, expect to need frequent drain cleaning. When the grease cools, it turns into a solid inside the drain line. The buildup of solidified grease will eventually block the channel. To prevent this problem, recycle the grease or put it in a jar for disposal.

 

For drain cleaning to restore proper plumbing system performance, contact the technicians at H2O Specialists LLC in Kerrville, TX. Since 1999, the licensed master plumber has been the go-to source in the Texas Hill Country for drain cleanings and plumbing repairs. See a complete list of solutions the team provides online and call (830) 895-7575 to have them unblock clogged sinks. Let others know if you were satisfied with the services by leaving a review on Facebook

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