Here Are The Top 5 Plumbing Myths People Need To Stop Believing
There are many plumbing myths out there. Here are the top five myths.
1. Your Garbage Disposal Can Be Cleaned With Lemons
The only thing a lemon will do is make the drain smell a little better, but that's all. It will not clean the garbage disposal. In order for someone to clean their garbage disposal, they will want to use a cleaning solution that includes lukewarm water and mild soap.
The garbage disposal should be sprayed with the solution and then scrubbed with a cleaning brush. Always make sure the disposal is disconnected before attempting to clean it.
2. The Drain Isn't Getting Clogged As Long As Things Continue Going Down It
Many Colonial Heights people think as long as things keep going down their drain, then it isn't getting clogged. In fact, when oils and starches go down the drain, then some of it is going to stick inside the pipes.
Oils in many soaps can get stuck inside the drains too. People need to make sure they use their drains properly in order to ensure it doesn't become clogged with oil, starches, food and so forth.
3. Using Soap Hand Soap Is A Good Way To Clean Plumbing Fixtures
This is a big myth and people shouldn't be using regular hand soap to clean any of their plumbing fixtures. Using soap and water may lead to fixtures to peel or bubble, and it may cause a little bit of damage to fixtures.
If damage does happen, the chances are any warranty on the fixtures won't cover it. It's best to only use proper cleaning products designed to plumbing fixtures.
4. Toilet Tablets Are Safe To Use To Keep Toilets Clean
A lot of people purchase toilet tablets that contain bleach because they believe it will keep their toilet clean, but this is untrue. Bleach can do damage to various parts of your toilet and over time it can corrode pipes. The best thing is to just stay away from toilet tablets that contain bleach.
5. Plumbing Fixtures Require No Maintenance
This is one of the top plumbing myths that too many people believe. If homeowners don't perform maintenance on their plumbing fixtures, then there may be issues with the fixtures in the future. The last thing any homeowner wants to do is spend money on costly repairs that could have been prevented in the first place.
Don't fall victim to the above plumbing myths, and always hire a Colonial Heights professional plumber if you need help maintaining your plumbing system or fixtures.
Are you having trouble with your Colonial Heights, VA plumbing system? Call Colonial Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc. at (804) 526-8415 for all your repair needs!
