Most of us don’t pay much attention to our home plumbing system until there’s a problem — and perhaps the most common issue faced by homeowners is a clogged drain. A serious clog can result in water backups and a costly repair bill. As with any problem, it’s much easier to prevent plumbing clogs than to try to fix them. Here are a few simple ways to keep your drains clog-free.

Top 3 Tips For Clog-Free Living

1. Use a Hair Trap

Bathtub and shower drains are most often clogged by hair. As hair is washed down the drain, it can get trapped by soap scum and oil deposits that have accumulated within the pipes. Over time, this buildup can result in a major clog. However, by installing a simple hair trap in the bathtub drain, you can keep hair out of the pipes entirely. Periodically cleaning out the hair trap will keep your bathtub drain clear.

2. Be Careful With the Disposal

A kitchen garbage disposal can be extremely useful, but if you pour the wrong items down the sink, it will be at risk for clogs and mechanical issues. Grease is perhaps the biggest contributor to kitchen clogs. The oil will solidify within the pipes and trap other food particles, eventually creating a clog. Dispose of grease in the garbage can instead.

3. Clean Regularly

Routine cleaning can go a long way in preventing clog formation, and you don’t even need a specialized cleaner to do it! Flushing your pipes with baking soda or vinegar, followed by a dose of hot water, will wash away many contaminants. Grinding ice cubes in the kitchen disposal unit can also clear gunk out of the pipes.

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