An out-of-order
sink or toilet can cause a great deal of inconvenience. Here are some
"life hacks" that can help you prevent major clogs.
Hot Water
In case you do
not feel confident about using chemical
cleaners, hot water can be your staunchest ally. As most dishes leave oily
residues, hot water can keep pushing them down, preventing the oil from
latching onto the drain pipe. Having a hot water function in the kitchen sink
can be really helpful in this case.
You can combine
hot water with baking soda and vinegar to create a more effective one-two
punch. Use vinegar's acidity to melt any organic residue in the pipes and
baking soda's deodorizing ability to leave your drain smelling fresh. For
vinegar, let it sit on the drain for at least 30 minutes before running hot
water through it.
Vinegar Ice Cubes
Here's an
interesting method for cleaning garbage disposal systems. Fill an ice tray with
half vinegar and half water, let it freeze, and throw them into the drain. The
water-vinegar combo will clean the grease and solids off the disposal unit. To
mask the smell of vinegar, follow it up with either baking soda or lemon juice.
When all else
fails, then it’s time to call a reputable plumbing company for prompt clog
removal.
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