Tips on Winterizing your Plumbing #3
Part 3 of 4: Appliances
Checking up on your home appliances and drains before the winter begins will wind up saving you time and money.
Old garbage disposers can cause clogged drains. Disposer blades wear out over time so they no longer do a good job of grinding up food. When chunks of food get into drains lines it’s only a matter of time before a clog forms. Replace garbage disposers older than 10 years.
If you have slow drains now have a preventative drain cleaning performed. This will save you from the embarrassment of a clogged drain or sewer once the house fills up with holiday guests.
Always keep your garage door closed in the winter so frozen pipes do not occur in the ceiling or walls of the garage. This is a common problem when the winter winds decide to blow.
By taking a quick look around to make sure that everything is in order around the home, you will significantly decrease the likelihood of requiring emergency plumbing this winter. Stay warm, folks.