Tips for Preventing a Plumbing Disaster This Thanksgiving

Keep a Plumbing Mess from Ruining Thanksgiving Dinner

Thanksgiving is a holiday that many people look forward to. It’s all about spending quality time with friends and family, enjoying good food, and giving thanks for all those things that make life great. And while friends, family, and health are all things that people should give thanks for, other things are often overlooked, like a healthy plumbing system. 

But when there are guests at the house, and the plumbing is getting more use than normal, a plumbing emergency is more likely to happen. And no one wants to deal with a plumbing problem on Thanksgiving Day. Read on for tips to avoid plumbing issues this holiday season. 

Don’t Let a Clogged Toilet Ruin the Day

A clogged toilet is the most common plumbing issue that homeowners face. Whether it's a simple clog that just backs the water up, or if it’s a more serious clog that causes sewage water to overflow onto the bathroom floor, these issues are best avoided. The most common causes of clogs include too much toilet paper, an older toilet that has trouble eliminating waste, a clog in the S-trap, or even a blockage in the toilet vent. 

Keeping people from using too much toilet paper — or putting items in the toilet that don’t belong there — is the best way to prevent excess toilet paper from clogging the toilet. If the problem seems consistent and the toilet is older, the best bet is to upgrade to a new toilet that is more powerful and uses less water, which can save money. 

A clog in the P-trap can be cleared with a plumber’s snake most of the time if a plunger doesn’t work. If the cause is a vent blockage, the cure is a little more involved. This solution involves getting on the roof of the home and inspecting the vent for blockages. 

Signs of a Blocked Sewer Line

A blocked sewer line is one of the rarer plumbing issues, but it’s also one of the more serious ones. A home with a blocked sewer line will likely experience problems in more than one place. There may be dark water flowing back up from the drains since there’s nowhere for the water to go if the sewer line is blocked. Gurgling and slow-moving drains are also signs that the sewer line is blocked. 

These types of clogs can be caused by roots, damage to pipes, or even the slow accumulation of grease that has been poured down the drain for years or months. Since the clog happens deep in the plumbing, fixing a clogged sewer line is difficult to do without the help of a professional plumber. 

Preventative Maintenance is Key

Preventative maintenance is the best way to keep a home’s plumbing system healthy. Luckily, homeowners don’t need to worry about performing this maintenance. In fact, it’s best to hire a professional plumbing company to take care of the plumbing system with yearly maintenance checks. This can save homeowners money while preventing plumbing emergencies during the holiday season. And if nothing else, a healthy plumbing system is something to be thankful for this Thanksgiving.  

About Scott Plumbing

Scott Plumbing is proud to serve the people of Huntsville, AL. They offer reliable plumbing services and expert workmanship backed by experience. They also provide fast response times and no-surprise service from respectful technicians. Give them a call today for professional plumbing services in Huntsville.

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