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Did you know that the busiest day of the year for plumbers is the day after Thanksgiving? The start of the holiday season can be a day of elaborate meals and gathering with friends and family, but it can also mark the start of a plumbing system that will become overburdened and overworked.
The holidays should be a time of joy and celebration, not a time for the stress and inconvenience caused by a plumbing disaster. By scheduling pre-emptive drain cleaning, you can help ensure your home is ready for the extra demands of the season. Professional drain cleaning in Jacksonville by our team is a beneficial service that will last all year long.
Benefits of Professional Drain Cleaning Before the Holidays
Professional drain cleaning before the holidays can prevent unexpected plumbing issues during one of the busiest times of the year. With more guests and increased kitchen use, drains are under extra pressure, making them prone to clogs. Regular drain cleaning removes buildup, reducing the chance of backups that could disrupt holiday gatherings.
Our professional plumbers can also use this time to detect any underlying issues early, ensuring that drains and pipes flow smoothly when you need them most. A well-maintained plumbing system brings peace of mind during a busy and stressful season, allowing you to focus on enjoying time with family and friends instead of dealing with plumbing emergencies.
Plumbing Maintenance Tips for the Holidays
In addition to professional drain cleaning, there are some plumbing maintenance tasks you can do that can help prepare your system.
- Inspect for Leaks: Check faucets, pipes, and appliances for any signs of leaks. Even a small leak can become a bigger problem under the extra pressure of holiday usage.
- Garbage Disposal Care: Remind guests not to put fibrous foods, bones, or grease down the disposal. Installing a drain strainer can also help catch food scraps before they cause a clog.
- Toilet Preparation: Place a wastebasket in each bathroom to encourage guests to throw away paper towels, wipes, or other items that should not be flushed. This can help prevent clogs from forming in your toilet’s plumbing system.
Gentle Reminders for Family Members and Guests
You probably know what should and shouldn’t go down sinks and toilets, but that doesn’t mean your friends and visiting family members know this as well. You can inform guests about what not to put down the kitchen sink or toilets with a verbal reminder or with a post-it note. Here is our own gentle reminder of what not to put in toilets or kitchen sinks.
- What Shouldn’t Go Down Toilets: Toilets are only meant to handle human waste and toilet paper. Flushing items such as antibacterial wipes, feminine hygiene products, cotton swabs, diaper wipes, makeup removers, and dental floss can cause severe blockages in the plumbing system. Even wipes that are advertised as being safe for toilets should not be flushed.
- What Shouldn’t Go Down Garbage Disposals: Fibrous vegetables (celery and green beans), starchy foods (pasta, potatoes, and potato peels), turkey fixings (skin, bones, fat, and gravy), coffee grounds, and FOGs (fat, oil, and grease) should never go down the disposal.
Get your plumbing system ready for the holidays by contacting us to schedule drain cleaning.
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