Introduction
Good plumbing starts with a few simple everyday habits. Small changes in how you use sinks, drains and toilets can prevent most emergency call-outs.
These seven habits take minutes to learn and can add years to the life of your pipes and fixtures.
Detail insights
Grease, wipes and food scraps are behind the majority of the blockages we clear. Knowing where your main shut-off valve is, and checking under sinks every few months, helps you catch issues early.
Key points about this topic
Never pour grease or oil down the drain.
Only flush toilet paper — not wipes.
Learn where your main water shut-off is.
Check under sinks for drips every season.
Building these habits into your routine is the cheapest plumbing maintenance there is — and it keeps small problems from turning into big ones.