St. Paul Plumbing Repair Specialists Offer Tips to Avoid Emergency Plumbing Repair

ST. PAUL, Minn. - Dec. 29, 2017 - PRLog -- All Ways Drains, an emergency plumber serving St Paul and the neighboring towns, offers a few suggestions on what to keep an eye out for with regards to potential clogs and other emergencies. With all of the cooking and washing, showering and flushing, the holidays can put quite a bit of stress on your plumbing. Many homeowners end up finding themselves with the need for an emergency plumber during the holidays and it couldn't happen at worse time! No one wants to be without functioning plumbing when a dozen guests are arriving for a festive evening. So, as an emergency plumber serving St. Paul, All Ways Drains has come up with a few tips to help local residents avoid the need to call for repairs. But, keep in mind that if your plumbing does require an emergency plumber, they are here to help.

Drains and pipes can handle a lot. But, many materials can really wreak havoc on them. Flushing or forcing materials down any drain can cause a clogged drain. Some of the top foods that can really stop up a drain include egg shells, rice, pasta, grease, potato skins, celery, banana peels, coffee grounds and more. And, these are just the foods that don't agree with piping. Glue, baby wipes, kitty litter and cotton are some of the things that should never go down the drain.

Have you considered the possibility of frozen pipes? Pipes that are most susceptible to freezing are those that are exposed to severe cold. For example, outdoor house bibs and water supply pipes in unheated interiors like basements, attics, garages and crawl spaces are most at-risk. Also, pipes that run against your exterior walls with little or no insulation are also subject to freezing.

There are a few things you can do for your plumbing and pipes this holiday season. Another great tip is, after doing the dishes or preparing dinner, run hot water in your kitchen sink to make sure your drain is totally clear. You can also pour a half cup of baking soda followed by a half cup of vinegar every couple of days to keep them clear.

All Ways Drain is a residential, commercial and industrial plumbing company serving the entire Maplewood area. They specialize in sewer cleaning, plumbing repair, pipes, drains, pipe locating and more. They can also help with kitchen and bathroom remodeling. For more information on plumbing repair (or avoidance thereof) tips, visit the blog at http://www.allwaysdrains.com/ho-ho-hold-off-emergency-plumbing-repair-with-these-quick-easy-tips-st-paul/