Did you know that your daily habits can substantially impact the performance of your bathroom, determining its longevity? Many various plumbing mistakes can lead to mold growth, broken pipes, leaks, and worse. Fortunately, you can avoid many of these issues by completing simple maintenance and better habits. While you might need to rethink some of your daily tasks, doing so will help save your plumbing system significantly.
Treating Your Toilet Like a Trash Can
We rely on our toilet to do our daily necessities, however, a toilet can only take so much. There isn’t a trash compactor at the bottom. If you are flushing items, you shouldn’t be. This means you’re practically adding a timer to your plumbing’s lifespan. Never flush anything other than toilet paper. While many wipes, hygiene products, and even some cat litters claim to be flushable, please refrain from flushing these items.
Using Your Bathroom as a Steam Room
Almost everyone enjoys a hot shower. If you’re steaming up your bathroom without utilizing your ventilation system, you’re putting yourself at risk. For instance, mold and mildew only need a little bit of moisture (like that from steam) to start colonizing. If you live in an older home without a ventilation system, be sure to keep a window slightly ajar.
Allowing Hair to Go Down the Drain
Hair in your drain is one of the worst offenders to the health and ease of use of your sinks and showers. Not only can hair clog your drain and prevent it from emptying, but it can also convert into a breeding ground for mold and other bacteria. Consider adding a cover to the shower drain to help trap hair and prevent clogs in your plumbing system.
Not Using a Water Softening System
Depending on your area and water source, you might benefit from adding a home filtration or water softening system. This is because hard water in your water supply contains high levels of various minerals. Unfortunately, this can cause buildup and a chalky white residue that can be unappealing. This is why integrating a softening system will help keep your pipes and fixtures clean as well as enhance your skin and hair.
Worsening Plumbing Clogs with Drano
While liquid drain cleaners can have their perks, they often cause more damage than they’re worth without addressing the underlying problem. If you have a clog caused by physical items, such as hair, you’ll have more success by eliminating the source of the problem directly. A plumbing tool known as a snake, can help remove clogs quickly, effectively, and efficiently in your plumbing system.
Get in Touch With B&D Plumbing, Inc. Today!
Dealing with any plumbing concerns that require a professional to step in? Struggling with an absolute plumbing emergency that can’t wait? Let B&D Plumbing know. B&D Plumbing Inc. services the greater Washington D.C. metropolitan area, including Maryland and Northern Virginia. Get in touch with us by calling (301) 595-1141 or follow us on social media including Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and Pinterest. As a small, family-owned business, we understand how important your home is—and we offer exceptional service that matches!
