There are a lot of plumbing myths that continue to circle, even years later. Let’s talk about them so you don’t cause more harm to your plumbing. Here are the top 8 plumbing myths you should stop believing right now.
1. Myth: Lemon Peels Can Safely Go Down Your Garbage Disposal
NOPE: While lemons can make your garbage disposal smell better temporarily, the citric acid in the fruit is damaging to your plumbing and will make the plumber bill stink!
2. Myth: A Small Leak Is Nothing To Be Concerned About
NOPE: Small leaks are hard to detect in our daily routines and become easy to ignore. However, even the smallest leaks can cause big problems. Constant leaking, no matter how big or how small, can cause mold growth which just creates bigger problems, including to your health. No matter how small, don’t delay!
3. Myth: Flushable Wipes Are Flushable
NOPE: Even though you’d think flushable wipes are safe to flush, think again. They can actually lead to clogs in your pipes. Not only that, but they don’t disintegrate as easily as regular toilet paper – so they are also bad for the environment.
4. Myth: Store Bought Drain Cleaners Work Best For Drain Cleaning
NOPE: Not only are chemicals bad for the environment and your own health, they can actually make your clogs worse. It’s a much better and safer option to schedule professional drain cleaning instead of using chemical cleaners.
5. Myth: Professional Drain Cleaning Is Too Expensive
NOPE: Like anything, choosing to do nothing can cost more in the end, so in comparison to addressing the need for drain cleaning with a professional right away is much more affordable then waiting until the problems and repairs are bigger.
5. Myth: A Wire Hanger Is A Good Substitute For A Plumbing Snake
NOPE: Absolutely not! You will most likely damage the pipe from the inside. Only plumbing snakes should be used.
6. Myth: Ice Cubes Can Sharpen The Garbage Disposal Blades
NOPE: There are no sharp blades within your disposal. Therefore, ice won’t help sharpen the blades. The impellers that grind the food are more similar to a cheese grater.
7. Myth: Hot Water Melts The Grease To Prevent Clogs
NOPE: No matter what the circumstance, grease should never be put down the drain. Once the grease hits the pipes, it cools, solidifies, and eventually builds up. Grease can be put into foil and ultimately the trash, or a container designed to hold grease to avoid clogs in your pipes.
8. Myth: Putting A Brick In The Back Of Your Toilet Bowls Saves You Money
NOPE: By doing this, you run the risk of breaking your flapper, or causing you to have issues flushing – which in turn uses more water and needed repairs.
About Paradigm Plumbing
When considering a professional plumber, call the experts at Paradigm Plumbing. From water heaters to filtration systems, and all of your plumbing needs, the experts at Paradigm Plumbing are here to help you. They are a licensed and insured plumbing service company that has been serving residential and commercial customers throughout Palm Beach County since 2001. For more information, call (561) 841-9008.
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