Some people will fold up their shirtsleeves in order to clear their drains of debris; others would rather call a plumber. Both of these people have an easy, step-by-step method that will keep their drains flowing. For those who want to avoid blockages and backups entirely, read the next section for maintenance tips, but for those of you who would rather just wait until a blockage occurs, simply skip to the how-to resources below (In the Event of a Clog).
To Avoid Clogs Altogether
If the thought of a drain or the pipes under your sink make you queasy, then proper drain maintenance is the way to go. For all drains without a garbage disposal, long hair is usually the primary source of clogs, so anything that can be done to reduce the amount will keep pipes cleaner, longer. Additionally, follow this maintenance schedule as closely as you like:
• Every week, boil a large pot-full of water; pour one round of water down the drains in the household; five minutes after that, pour down a second round.
• Every month, throw an enzymatic cleaner down there – pour around the edge of the drain to fully coat the pipes underneath.
• Every half-year, use an explosive combination to keep clogs away – Run the hot water faucet until the water is hot; reduce flow; spoon out some baking soda (about a half-cup for each drain); turn off the water, and flush with the same amount of vinegar; wait a few minutes and rinse.
(Do You really want to do all this stuff? and I'm not sure it really works)
For advice on Garbage disposals, read my other blog: xxx
In the Event of a Clog
While many clogs are easy enough to clear with caustic cleaners, some require drain snakes, or other methods. Covering them all myself would be a waste, since I found this do-it-yourself resource the most comprehensive guide out there. And of course, there is always a plumber to take care of it for you professionally, Without all the mess and frustration of doing it yourself
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