Five things to not put down your drains
Five things to not put down your drains Clogs are one of the most common drainage problems people face in their homes. The good news is that many clogs can be avoided in the first place by limiting what goes into a home’s drain pipes. To prevent a build up in the drains make sure you never flush or pour these items down the drain again. 1. Q-Tips, Cotton Balls, and Makeup Pads Anything made with cotton is going to absorb water, rather than break apart when soaked. This is a recipe for disaster in any plumbing situation. Even small items like Q-tips, cotton balls, and makeup applicators and removers can become wedged in the curves of your home’s drain pipes and create an obstruction. 2. Mortar, Grease, Adhesives, and Other DIY and Craft Supplies Beware of pouring anything down the drain that’s supposed to harden or stick as it dries. The sink or bathtub might seem like a convenient place to rinse away the last bit of Gorilla Glue from your latest home improvement project—however, once t...