Summer officially arrived yesterday, June 20, 2016! Unfortunately, there are several plumbing complications that may arise with the summer.  Please consider the following plumbing issues as the heat of the summer rolls in…
Sewage Clogs – Clogs or backups in sewer lines become more evident in the summer. With an increase in rainfall during the spring and summer seasons, too much rainfall can cause these lines to backup. Additionally, sewage lines can get cracked by underground tree roots which tend to grow most in the warm and wet weather. Having these pipes inspected can diagnose a current issue or ensure no future problems.
Toilet Clogs – As kids begin to spend more time at home for summer vacation, toilet usage in homes increases significantly. That said, it is important to make sure your kids know how to practice proper toilet maintenance. Taking care of a toilet can be as simple as monitoring the amount of toilet paper one uses as well as not flushing anything other than toilet paper and human waste. Make sure to have your kids practice smart toilet maintenance to prevent clogs and damage to your system.
Disposal Issues – Summer is a time for barbecues and cooking. To prevent garbage disposal clogs or damage this summer, do NOT use the disposal to get rid of:
-Hard, stringy, or pasty foods
-Grease/Oil
-Non-food items
Additionally, to keep the disposal running well, you should:
-Run the disposal regularly
-Run cold water down the disposal for at least 20 seconds after use
Pipe Bursts – Due to some dry spells and heat waves during the summer, pipes underground become vulnerable to high water pressure and, in some cases, could even burst. To prevent this from happening, consider keeping the soil around your house moist with either a sprinkler system or watering it yourself.
