All households have plumbing problems. Regular maintenance and preventive measures can help to avoid these problems. You don’t need much knowledge or the ability to work hard to prevent plumbing problems. These are steps to take to ensure you don’t have common plumbing issues every day.
Don’t pour cooking oil down your drain
Clogs can be caused by cooking grease built up over time. Once it cools, cooking grease hardens and sticks in the pipes.
Always use drain screens
You should place drain screens over your drainage pipes. This will prevent hair from getting in the pipes and causing clogs.
Use baking soda
Baking soda can be your best friend for cleaning grout, grease and tiles. To prevent blocked drains, sprinkle baking soda into your drains. Pour warm water into the drain to evenly distribute the baking soda. Let the drain drain for about 1 cup of vinegar sit for several hours. Then flush it with hot, running water. To keep your drains clean and free from scum, you should do this often.
Take care of your old pipes and water heater
Water heaters can be durable but can cause damage if they burst or leak
Get professional assistance
A local Long Beach Plumber is essential to any plumbing job, such as repairing a faucet, pipe, or heater. A local plumber is an expert and has the right tools to complete the task correctly.
Schedule an Inspection
Have your pipes and drains inspected by a professional Long Beach plumber at minimum twice a year.