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5 Plumbing Self-Help Tips for Your Jasper and Evanston Home

Not every plumbing problem is inevitable.  Many, if not most, can be eliminated or certainly minimized with a little home care and attention to detail.

So, to help you save some money and keep your wits about you, Messmer would like to share our top 5 plumbing self-help tips with you.

Self-Help Tips

To keep your repair costs at a minimum, here are some self-help tips we know you’ll find useful:

1. Be careful what else you put in your garbage disposal.  Fibrous foods like lettuce, cooked vegetables, and potato skins don’t easily grind up – if they grind up at all – and eventually will cause your drain to back up.
2. Use organic vs. chemical drain cleaners for the good of the environment and to help prevent internal pipe corrosion that can later cause pipe leaks and cracks.
3. Run cold water when you use the disposal and keep it running for a few seconds after you turn it off.  Do the same after washing dishes or cleaning your sink.  Cold water helps flush the drains completely while hot water can ultimately cause grease and other sediments to attach to the inside of your pipes.
4. Always use a screen or filter (hair snare) over lavatory and tub drains to snag hair and other objects that otherwise can cause your drains to clog.
5. Periodically check the pipes below your kitchen and bathroom sinks for any leaks.

Of course, no matter how careful and diligent you might be, sooner or later you’re bound to experience a plumbing problem that requires professional assistance.  And that’s exactly what we’re here for, 24/7.

Contact Messmer Mechanical today for fast reliable service backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee.

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