Avoid Kitchen Sink Clogs This Independence Day!
Fourth of July is fast approaching, which means homeowners’ kitchens will be the cornerstone of this holiday’s festivities. Many homeowners will be welcoming family and friends into their homes to celebrate Independence Day, and no gathering would be complete without a good old-fashioned cookout!
However, with all of the festivities on the horizon, it will be vital that homeowners ensure their kitchen sinks are operating adequately and efficiently so that they do not run into any pesky home plumbing issues amid all the fun! Read on for the best tips on how to prevent clogged kitchen sinks this summer.
Avoid Depositing Food Waste and Coffee Grounds in the Drain
First and foremost, homeowners can help their kitchen sinks operate at maximum efficiency by limiting excessive food waste and coffee grounds. Several issues can arise when people do this. One of the most immediate results is that this debris can lead to very foul smells. Just imagine having days’ worth of food scraps all combined, rotting in the kitchen sink – less than pleasing!
Additionally, this debris can lead to clogs in the kitchen sink, especially for coffee grounds. This is because, unlike other types of waste, coffee grounds do not break down. Instead, they clump together when combined with water, resulting in backups in the kitchen sink.
Never Pour Grease in the Drain
Perhaps even more important than avoiding excessive food waste and coffee grounds is that homeowners should never pour grease down the drain. This is kitchen sink care 101! The issue with grease is that it takes different forms at different temperatures. That is, while it may be liquid when people pour it down the sink, it will eventually solidify and stick to the lining of the drain.
When this happens, the solidified grease may not only cause clogs itself, but its stickiness can attract other waste sent down the drain, leading to an additional clogging effect. Homeowners should avoid pouring grease down the drain at all costs. A better option is to let the grease solidify and then place it in the trash.
Invest in a New Garbage Disposal
Homeowners who do not already have one in their homes should consider investing in a new garbage disposal. This fixture can be a real game-changer, especially for families that deal with a lot of waste and experience common clogs.
Garbage disposals offer a vast array of benefits, such as limiting foul odors, decreasing the time needed to clean food waste and carry out trash, lower the risk of buildups in the drain since waste is broken down into smaller pieces, and more. Homeowners can simply hire a professional to handle installation, and they will be wishing they had invested in new garbage disposal even sooner!
About Dutch Enterprises
Dutch Enterprises of Cape Girardeau, MO is a family-owned and operated company that has been providing trusted, quality services since 1962. Their team of expert technicians provides free estimates, fast turnarounds, and accurate solutions for all of their customers. Give them a call for plumbing help today!
