Drain Cleaning Tips – San Diego Plumbers

Save Money with These 6 Drain Cleaning Tips

Most people think that drain cleaning is a very expensive and difficult job. Doing your drain cleaning can be a very difficult task. But, if you know the right way, you can have the drains flowing smoothly in no time at all. Here are a few drain cleaning tips that can help you with your drain cleaning.

1. The first thing you need to do is to determine if there is a blockage in your drain. If you suspect that there is a blockage, you should try to see if you can remove it. You can use a snake, a plunger, or even a piece of wire, but make sure that whatever tool you use, is not sharp.

2. Hot water is not the best method for clearing a drain. If you pour hot water down your drain, you risk causing more damage to your pipes. A better solution would be to pour in some baking soda and vinegar. This is a simple and all-natural method of clearing the pipes. You can use a drain snake to clear the pipe if this does not work.

3. If you cannot remove the obstruction with a tool, you can then use a hose or some other device to break the obstruction up into smaller pieces. This is called “pounding”.

4. If you have pounded the obstruction down to a size where you can see it, you should then try to remove it with a long-handled brush or even a stick. You can use a plunger, a pipe wrench, or even a small pair of pliers, to try and loosen the obstruction.

5. If all else fails, you may need to take the pipes apart to unclog them. The process of taking apart the pipes can be quite simple, but it does require some basic tools.

6.  If the clog persists, it may be wise to call a licensed plumber. A licensed plumber usually has the tools and experience in the area of drain cleaning to find the clog and get rid of it for you. It is important to ask if the plumber is licensed and insured and check if they have any sort of guarantee before you hire them.

Drain Maintenance and Drain Cleaning Tips

1. Keep these drain blockers away from your drains – grease, pasta or rice, hair, and coffee grounds.
2. Pour a large pot of hot water down your drains each week.  Do this in 2 parts and do not use boiling water.
3. Use an enzyme cleaner like a drain stick as part of your monthly drain maintenance. Brands like Ecozone make drain sticks in packs of 12 (which will last you a year). You just place one stick down your plughole into the drain, and it uses powerful natural bacteria and enzymes to break down any organic matter that hasn’t made it down and is building up in your pipes or drain. This means no blockages or bad smells.

Preventing Clogged Drains

The most important thing to remember is that you should never place anything in your drains that will not dissolve. For instance, thick or sticky foods, grease, and the like should never be poured down your drains. Regular drain cleaning will help keep your drains free of debris or waste products.

How to Keep Drains Clean and Fresh Naturally

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