“Unlock the Secrets: 7 Ingenious Hacks to Keep Your Pipes Flowing and Your Wallet Happy!”
They’re not designed to handle large amounts of scraps, especially fibrous foods like celery. Your best bet is to put the leftover food on your plate in a compost pile, and if you do use the disposal, make sure there’s always plenty of water running.
Don’t Try To Be A Hero
It’s no surprise that people aren’t eager to call a professional and pay them to come fix something, especially when it comes to plumbing. While there are a few plumbing issues that a simple Google search and some household tools are all that’s needed to get the job done, that’s not always the case.
If you think you may have a serious problem that’s beyond your knowledge or capabilities, it’s better to call a plumber. Then, you’ll at least just be paying them to fix the original problem, not that and another problem that you created.
Turn Off Your Main Water Valve When Leaving For An Extended Period Of Time
When someone leaves on vacation or for an extended period of time and comes home to a flooded house, this is most likely because they didn’t turn off their main water valve.
If you don’t and there’s an event like an earthquake or a pipe burst, you’re looking at a serious problem. After turning off the main water, it’s also a good idea to open a few sink or tub faucets to release some of the excess pressure.
