Plumbing problems are much more common in the kitchen, where debris goes down the drain if you’re not too careful. Most people don’t think about their plumbing system until something goes wrong. By taking these approaches in your kitchen, you can effectively keep your entire system running smoothly and prevent many other issues with your home’s pipes and water.

If you’re wondering how to prevent plumbing problems, and avoid some costly repair bills in the process, check out this short blog post from Wilco Plumbing.

1. Add a Screen Cover to Your Drain

Metal screens are one of the best ways to prevent clogging pipes. The screen can catch any food particles that could otherwise be flushed down when you wash the dishes.

2. Don’t Dispose of Grease in the Sink

If you use grease for cooking, remove it from the pan before washing it. When the oil mixes with the food particles, it can form clogs, and in general, fat is terrible for the local sewer lines.

3. Be Careful What You Put in the Garbage Disposal

Some foods, such as eggshells, bones, coffee grounds, and other fibrous foods, should never go into the garbage disposal. They can lead to some pretty nasty clogs. It’s a common plumbing issue!

4. Remove Buildup Once a Month

Your drains accumulate a lot of particles, from mineral deposits from the water to soap scum and even some food traces. It’s a good idea to use some drain cleaners once a month to ensure your plumbing system runs smoothly.

Follow the cleaner’s instructions and flush enough cold water to eliminate the drain cleaner afterwards.

5. Maintain Your Water Softener

The water softener controls the water quality in your home. It’s there to make sure you have the correct water pressure and even prevent a variety of plumbing issues:

• Leaking pipes
• Dripping faucets
• Water heater problems
• Clogged toilet

Essentially, the water softener can keep your entire plumbing system running smoothly, but to do that, the softener’s tank must be cleaned at least once a year.

How Wilco Plumbing Can Help

The Wilco Plumbing technicians are here 24.7 to help Sydney residents stay on top of all their plumbing needs. We understand how frustrating it can be to wake up one day and find out that you have no hot water, have to deal with a running toilet, or notice the water heater’s pilot light keeps going out.

So when these moments hit, you can rest assured that you have a local team of experts ready to step in and fix the plumbing problem quickly. We use professional pipe and toilet repair kits to help restore your home’s plumbing system.

To find out more about our plumbing services, call us at (02) 9186 3371.