This will lead to holes and leaks and in turn stress, frustration and higher expenses. Enzymatic cleaners and treatments do NOT contain these harmful chemicals and acids found in your standard drain cleaning products.

Over time, food, waste, fats, grease, soaps and detergents can build up in your pipes and drains impeding draining time. Pipe shield actually prevents clogs by stopping organic materials from building up, keeping your drains and pipes flowing freely.

Substances like cooking grease and fats often settle onto the sides of pipes and drains which will stop food particles from being able to enter the disposal. To avoid this issue, be sure to properly clear and dispose of grease before washing your items.

It is also important that you are aware of what you are flushing down your toilet. Make sure you only flush items that are marked “flushable” and never dispose of kitchen grease, or other food waste by flushing it. Paper (other than toilet paper) and cotton items should always be disposed of in the trash. This will help prevent toilet clogs and back-ups.

Pouring boiling water down each sink in your home is an effective way to clear away build up that has accumulated in your pipes. Be sure to keep your sink stoppers and strainers clean and free from hair build up to prevent clogs.

If you do notice the signs of a clog, plunge your sink before the problem has a chance to get out of hand. You can do this yourself or call a plumber to dislodge the blockage.

Make sure the next time you chat with your RR Calgary plumbing technician to ask about how you can improve your sink’s flow, prevent further clogs and save money in the long run.