There are quite a few things that should never go down your drain, even if you have a garbage disposal. Here are some of the worst offenders:
- Grease, fats, and oils – These can solidify and clog pipes, leading to a call from a professional plumber from Plymouth Plumbing & Heating.
- Coffee grounds – They can accumulate and act like sediment, causing blockages.
- Eggshells – Their granular texture can mix with grease and create stubborn clogs.
- Pasta and rice – These expand when exposed to water, leading to pipe blockages.
- Paint – Contains harmful chemicals that can corrode pipes and contaminate water sources.
- Household cleaners – Many contain corrosive chemicals that can damage pipes and septic systems.
- Flushable cat litter – Despite the name, it can clog drains and cause septic system issues.
- Produce stickers – The adhesive can cause them to stick inside pipes or interfere with wastewater treatment systems.
- Fibrous vegetables – Items like celery and onion skins can get tangled in disposal motors and obstruct water flow.
- Any plastic, including bags – It can become snagged on inside pipe surfaces, causing water to back up.
Keeping these items out of your drain can save you from costly plumbing problems and help protect the environment. Call Plymouth Plumbing & Heating to help professionally clean your slow or clogged drains.
Call Us today if you experience slow or clogged drains.
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