Plumbing issues can come up quickly and seemingly out of the blue. The reality is that plumbing problems can be pinpointed and prevented far before they happen through regular cleaning and maintenance. So if you want to prevent broken pipes, clogged drains, and serious water damage, consider some of the following tips and trick Roto Rooter has to offer. We have years of experience in the industry and our quality service and products have been the number one solution to millions of customers each year. We are excited to offer our customers with the right information so that they can take better care of their plumbing and do some of their own maintenance.
Clogged toilets are a terrible problem that can ruin your day. When toilets get clogged, the backed up mess can flood the floor and create a very unpleasant chore for you. One of the best ways to prevent these types of clogs is to realize what can and cannot be flushed down the toilet. Consider the following list of what should never be flushed down your toilet bowl.
- Solid objects. Anything metal, plastic, or wood should never be flushed. Stones and pebbles especially will only get lodged somewhere along the line and cost a lot of money to have removed.
- Food. Peals, cores, pits, bones, meat, grease, and other food products can quickly turn a free flowing sewage line into your worst nightmare. Always throw food away in the garbage and not the toilet.
- Paper products. Books, magazines, newspapers, paper towels, etc. will seem like they flush easy, but in reality they stick to your drain pipes and cause clogs very easily. Keep those out of the toilet always.
While the above should never be flushed, the following can be.
- Human waste. Anything related to bodily functions can be disposed of in the toilet. While even these at time can cause clogs, they are usually a lot easier clogs to manage with a plunger and cleaning products.
- Toilet paper. While paper products in general should never be flushed, toilet paper is designed to dissolve and not stick to the sides of your pipes. Despite these designs, you can still clog up a toilet using too much toilet paper at a time.
- Toilet bowl cleaners. Roto Rooter products and other cleaning chemicals designed for toilet bowl cleaning are fine to use according to the directions included.
For information about other problems and serious issues, call Roto Rooter today!
