Household drains are often overlooked until a clog disrupts your daily routine. From grease and coffee grounds in the kitchen to wipes and paper towels in the bathroom, knowing what causes drain blockages can help you avoid costly plumbing repairs. Learn how to keep your drains clear—and what to do when they’re not.
Kitchen Sink No-No’s (Even With A Disposal)
- Vegetable Peels
- Leftovers
- Grease
- Coffee Grounds
- Garbage
Toilet Clog Causes
- Flushable Wipes – Sounds nice on a label, but we find them causing blockages all the time.
- Ultra Thick Quilted Toilet Paper – or specifically any toilet paper whose name rhymes with “Farmin”
- Feminine Products
- Condoms
- Medications
- Paper Towels
What Else Can Homeowners Do?
Take note of these items and as a result, you’ll save yourself hassle and money by preventing a clog in these ever-critical drains in your home.
If it’s too late to prevent and you’re already fighting frustratingly slow or completely backed up drains, give us a call and one of our Class-Act Drain Specialists can get to work for you and give you a custom quote to get those drains flowing like it’s 1985 (or however old your home is) all over again.
