7 Tips for Keeping Your Pipes in Top Health

Let’s face it: Having a drain blockage system isn’t one of those things that makes you jump around the house exuding joy. Or one of those things you give thanks for every morning.
But when the drain blockage starts to give you problems, then the pain begins.
It’s the same for everyone, but you can be smart and avoid falling into the same trap: by taking care of your pipes, you can significantly reduce the risk of clogging.

Here are 7 tips for maintaining your pipes:

• Be careful what you pour down the drains
• Wash dishes with hot water
• Clean drains periodically
• Clean traps
• Buy grates
• In case of clogs, avoid caustic soda
• To unclog, use DIY and less aggressive solutions

1. Be careful what you pour down the drains

This applies to both the kitchen and the bathroom. Fat from frying, for example, is poisonous to pipes. If you fry something in a pan, before washing it, remove the bulk of the grease with a paper towel, which you can then throw in the organic waste.
Also get into the habit of removing food residue from the sink: resist the temptation to flush leftovers down the drain, and throw everything in the garbage.

2. Wash dishes with hot water

Hot water is a blessing for drain pipes, as it prevents greasy residue from solidifying.
• If you wash dishes by hand, wear gloves and always heat the water to the highest setting (obviously, be careful not to burn yourself);
• If you have a dishwasher, set the wash temperature to very high, around 65°C.
This will keep the pipes clean and efficient.

3. Clean drains periodically

Drain drains are the filters that connect sinks, tubs, and showers to their respective drain pipes. Cleaning them periodically, removing food residue, hair, soap, or other buildup, is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect pipes from blockages and clogs.
>The same goes for external drains, those that connect to the downspout: dust, smog, leaves, and insects accumulate there, forming dangerous plugs. Then, with the first rain…

4. Clean the siphons

The same applies as for drains: siphons also need to be cleaned from time to time, because residues can build up in their curves, impeding the normal flow of wastewater and damaging the pipe walls.
To do this: unscrew the siphon, pour in hot water and a little detergent, let it soak, and then screw it back on.

5. Buy grates

A great idea is to buy grates and place them over the main drains (shower, bathtub, bathroom sink) to prevent hair or soap residue from entering the drain and causing a blockage. They’re inexpensive and very effective.

6. Safe Methods to Unclog Drain Blockage at Home

I know it’s tempting to run to the supermarket and buy tons of caustic soda, but when the water in the sink starts to flow poorly, trust me: avoid caustic soda, it does more harm than good.
Besides damaging your pipes, caustic soda is corrosive! A small splash can hurt your skin or, worse, your eyes.

7. Professional Drain Blockage Solutions When DIY Isn’t Enough

With ingredients you have at home, you can easily make your own unclogging solution in seconds. All you need is baking soda, vinegar, and hot water.
• Pour baking soda and vinegar into the sink. Does it seem a little too hot? Don’t worry, it’s safe!
• Let the mixture sit for a few minutes;
• Pour boiling water into the sink, and you’ll see that it will flow freely again.

If it doesn’t clear right away, repeat the baking soda-vinegar-water operation a couple of times: with a little persistence, your drain will work perfectly again as before.

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