(252) 355-9191Thanksgiving is fast approaching, which means out-of-town guests, a full house, and lots of cooking. As you plan the menu, don’t forget your home’s hard-working plumbing system.
With extra foot traffic and heavy kitchen use, Thanksgiving is one of the busiest times of the year for plumbing services. Use these quick tips to keep your pipes flowing smoothly all weekend long.
Step 1: Pre-Holiday Checklist
Before the house fills up, tackle these quick checks to ensure your system is ready for the holiday rush:
- Hunt for Hidden Leaks: Inspect your home’s accessible pipes and faucets for any slow drips. Fixing a minor leak now can prevent it from becoming a major, costly emergency while guests are visiting.
- Clear out the slow drains – if a sink or shower is already draining slowly, then deal with it now. Hair, soap scum, and other buildups restrict water flow and make a clog far more likely when you use it heavily.
- Test your garbage disposal. Run cold water and switch on the disposal to make sure the motor and blades are working before you’re standing over a heap of potato peelings.
Step 2: Tips for Thanksgiving
The quickest way to ruin a holiday is with a blocked sink or toilet. Make sure you have these essential tips on hand and pass them on to your houseguests.
- Treat your disposal right. It’s not a garbage bin. You can rinse small plate scraps down it, but don’t put bones (turkey, chicken, etc.) or fats, oils, or grease down the drain. Grease will solidify in the pipes and cause a major blockage, and bones will jam the blades. Always run cold water when you’re using the disposal.
- Only flush toilet paper. Even items labeled ‘flushable’ (i.e., wipes, paper towels, sanitary products) don’t break down properly and can quickly lead to a serious main line backup. Have a wastebasket clearly visible next to the toilet as a useful reminder for guests.
We’re Here to Help Keep Your Holiday Stress-Free
Even with the best preparation, you can still run into a plumbing surprise. If a stubborn clog or sudden leak threatens to spoil your Thanksgiving dinner, the team at Advance Mechanical Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is on hand to help.
Don’t let a plumbing problem spoil your celebrations!
Call Advance Mechanical Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning today at 252-355-9191 to schedule your pre-holiday service or get fast, reliable plumbing assistance!