There’s never a good time for a clogged sink or pipe, but during the holidays they can be downright catastrophic. No one wants to deal with blocked drains while also dealing with a packed house of guests and a fridge packed with leftovers. Below are some tips from Benjamin Franklin Plumbing on how to keep plumbing problems out of the picture this Thanksgiving.
The day after Thanksgiving is the busiest shipping day of the year, but did know that it’s also the busiest day of the year for plumbers? When homeowners begin to clean the kitchen after their Thanksgiving feasts, many are unaware that any hot grease, oil, and fat poured down the sink will eventually congeal after cooling. Not only can this greasy residue stop up your kitchen pipes and give you a clogged sink, but other improper food waste disposal methods can make the problem worse; leftover bones, poultry skins, and vegetable rinds are difficult to break down and can cause garbage disposal problems if they’re dumped in the sink rather than the trash can.
Another factor that can contribute to drain blockage over the holidays is increased usage. Since Thanksgiving dinners are often family affairs, many households are crowded with visiting relatives. Pipes that are being used more frequently, like in bathrooms, by more family members are more likely to become clogged with hair, hygiene products, and the like.
It’s always a good idea to get in touch with a qualified plumbing contractor and take care of any plumbing issues before the holidays arrive and get busy. Our team at Benjamin Franklin Plumbing offer full plumbing inspections to locate any potential issues to ensure your home is ready for the season. There are also some easy tips you can utilize on the day to ensure your holiday isn’t bothered with unwanted leaks or clogs.
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing’s top priority is safety and we want to make sure all of our customers have a safe and happy holiday season. If you are going to be hosting over the holidays, get a plumbing inspection from one of our highly trained techs. We can ensure your home’s plumbing is running efficiently and save you the stress of a clogged sink or two!
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing Tyler serves the East Texas cities of Kilgore, Longview, Tyler, and Whitehouse with a team of certified plumbers. In addition to emergency plumbing repair, some of the plumbing services provided by the company include faucet repair, drain services, toilet repair, plumbing fixture installations, tub and shower installations, kitchen sink repair, faucet installation, water heater repair/replacement, and garbage disposal replacement. Call us today at (903) 730-6611 to schedule an appointment!