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8 THINGS YOU SHOULD NEVER PUT DOWN THE DRAIN

  In general, it’s safe to say that  plumbing and drainage problems can be avoided by taking care of your plumbing . However, this involves more than just occasional maintenance. In addition, plumbing issues are  among the costliest when it comes to house maintenance . And, of course, you don’t realize just how much you rely on running water until you don’t have it. Now, what if we told you that some of the most common causes of plumbing issues are things that shouldn’t go down the drain? To help you avoid this, we have compiled a list of 8 things you should never put down the drain. Uncooked rice If you ever need to throw out uncooked rice, remember to toss it in the trash. Rice  absorbs water, expands , and clumps together, leading to a blockage in your pipes. This can further evolve into leaks and burst pipes and require professional  drain cleaning services  to sort out. If this problem is allowed to escalate, it will quickly develop into some of the...

WHY IS THERE SEWAGE COMING UP FROM THE BATHTUB

The first reason you have underground or hidden drainpipes or a septic tank system in your home is so you won’t have to deal with the unpleasant sight and smell of waste materials from the house. The second reason is that minimizing contact between the home’s occupants and the waste generated from the house keeps the home sanitary and prevents diseases, explains  NC Property Group . But all that ends when sewage starts flowing from the drain system into your bathtub. This problem easily ranks as one of the grossest plumbing issues you ever have to deal with in the home. Quite naturally, you would want to correct the situation as quickly as possible. But you also don’t want to apply a quick fix solution that fails to identify the real issues. To make sure the problem doesn’t occur again, you should understand its root causes. This will not only help you find the most comprehensive solution, but you will also learn how you and your family members may be contributing to the problem....

HOW TO HANDLE CLOGGED PIPES IN YOUR RENTAL PROPERTY

  When you own a rental property, one thing that becomes a fixture of your life is emergency calls from tenants. These can happen at the most inconvenient times, like on weekends or in the middle of the night. But finding ways   to solve these tenant issues   and doing it efficiently is part of the job of being a landlord. However, if you can also minimize the issues, it can make your life easier and your tenants’ experience of living in the property a lot more pleasant. The way to do this is by creating a plan for preventive maintenance, doing repairs professionally, and demanding accountability from your tenants. One of the areas where you need to do this is with plumbing issues, particularly clogged pipes. This is something you can expect to happen fairly often in a rental property. Resolving the difficulties that result from clogged pipes can be a significant drain on your time. This article explains the steps you can take to make dealing with this issue less problema...

WHY YOU SHOULDN’T POUR GREASE DOWN THE DRAIN

  WHY YOU SHOULDN’T POUR GREASE DOWN THE DRAIN Did you know that pouring grease down the drain is bad for your drain?  People believe that there is nothing wrong with pouring grease down the drain so long as they do so with detergent and hot water. This belief is untrue. When you pour hot water and dish soap together with the grease, this will still harm your drain. So, what are you supposed to do with the grease?  Together with  St Louis Management , we will explain why you should not pour grease into your drain and the appropriate ways to dispose of these substances. WHY IS GREASE BAD FOR YOUR DRAINS?  When grease is hot, it assumes a liquid form. In this state, it is easy to pour it into the drain. However, the grease will change from its liquid state to solid when it cools off in the pipe. In this solid state, the grease becomes a clog.  Over time and following repeated pouring of grease down the drain, these clogs accumulate to cause complete blockage ...