Popular Plumbing Myths

Drain cleaners cause more harm than good. The cleaners are made with harsh chemicals that could cause pipes to steadily deteriorate, affecting the pipe’s integrity and the plumbing system in general.

More troubling is the adverse effect these chemicals can have on the skin, just a splash could cause serious irreversible injuries. Instead of cleaners, plungers and plumbing augers are better suited for removing clogs in sinks, drains and toilets.

While a few small peels of chopped lemon can add freshness and brighten up the odor of a kitchen, forcing chunks down the sink could clog the pipes. Furthermore, citric acid can cause the metal blades to corrode, affecting the potency of the garbage disposal. Instead, tailor-made garbage disposal cleaners should be employed.

Placing a brick in the toilet tank allows little water into the tank, for flushing, hence the assumption that it saves money.

However, tanks are built to hold a volume of water for flushing, a reduction in this could cause improper flushing and eventually clog the system. Worse off, the brick could disintegrate causing harm to the plumbing fixture and the system as a whole.

Many people assume plumbing challenges can be fixed by anyone and opt to fix them without hiring plumbing services. Unless certified and fully equipped for a repair, DIY repairs could lead to more problems and hiring plumbing professionals remains the best option.