We’re all guilty of running on auto-pilot from time to time. However, some of these actions could severely damage the plumbing system of your Washington, PA, home. If you have any of these bad plumbing habits, you could cause damaged pipes and high utility bills.
1. Neglecting Plumbing Maintenance
You may have noticed a small leak from your toilet bowl or kitchen sink, but you ignored it because it’s a minor issue. Unfortunately, the habit of postponing plumbing repairs and neglecting maintenance could cost you your plumbing system. It’s always advisable to fix a plumbing issue as soon as you notice it.
2. Using Too Much Drain Cleaner
You can sometimes quickly unclog your drains by pouring a drain cleaner down them. Unfortunately, such quick fixes could eventually corrode and damage your pipes. Instead, contact a licensed plumber for professional drain cleaning whenever your drains clog.
3. Using Your Toilet as a Trash Can
It can be easy to throw something down your toilet without thinking about the damage it might do. Refrain from napkins, paper towels, flushing wipes, soiled kitty litter, and feminine hygiene products down your toilet. In fact, it’s best if you don’t flush any solids other than human waste and toilet paper
4. Abusing Your Garbage Disposal
Your home’s garbage disposal isn’t necessarily made to handle all the scraps you throw down it. While it’s tempting to wash everything left on dirty dishes, pots. and pans into the garbage disposal, it could potentially damage the device and possibly your plumbing. Don’t pour hot grease, fibrous foods, or coffee grounds down the kitchen sink because they could cause a harmful clog.
These bad habits may seem to be difficult to conquer. However, you can learn to take the necessary steps to avoid plumbing trouble. Contact us at Bruno Plumbing & Heating for professional plumbing services to help protect your pipes and plumbing fixtures from harm.
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