“Unlock the Secrets: 7 Ingenious Hacks to Keep Your Pipes Flowing and Your Wallet Happy!”
As grease and other hot oils cool, they coagulate and harden inside the pipes, which can result in clogs that will back up your home’s plumbing. So, the next time you have extra fat in the pan, leave it out to cool and scrape it into the garbage.
Avoid Caustic Cleaner If Your Pipes Are Old
Caustic cleaners may be a go-to solution when you notice that your sink or tubs begin draining more and more slowly.
However, if you use it too often, the caustic oxidizing chemical in most common drain cleaners can really do a number on your old drain pipes. In the event that you need drain cleaner, you’re better off using a natural one that may not work as fast but will pay off in the long run.
A Dripping Faucet Can Help Stop Frozen Pipes
If you happen to live in a place where it gets really cold, chances are that you may have had an issue with frozen pipes. This can result in a decrease in water flow from the faucet and can also increase the chances of busted pipes due to the pressure.
To help prevent this, you can keep the faucet just barely on so that there’s a constant, slow drip. It may not solve the problem of frozen pipes but it can help prevent them.
Go Easy On Your Garbage Disposal
Garbage disposals are a helpful utility in the kitchen sink, but just because they can speed up the clean-up process and make food “disappear” doesn’t mean they’re indestructible. According to many plumbers, most households with garbage disposals don’t know how to use them properly.
