Install Mesh Drain Screens

Mesh drain screens are one of the easiest and smartest solutions for your homes plumbing. They work brilliantly at keeping unwanted items out of your drains. Your bathroom drains are no different from your kitchen drains, in that you need to watch what goes down the drain. When it comes to shower drains, the worst offender by far is hair. Over the course of showering, a lot of hair can end up down the drain. Drain screens capture hair and prevent it from entering your drains. This eliminates the need to fetch hair monsters out of your drains. You can also install mesh screens over your sink drains to help keep all of your drains working properly.   

Regular Drain Cleaning

Regular drain cleaning is important to prevent buildup in your shower drains. Over time, soap scum can start to accumulate in your drains, eventually leading to poor drainage. To alleviate this try pouring hot water down the drain, followed by some baking soda and vinegar. This should be done weekly to keep build up at bay.  

Avoid Liquid Drain Cleaners

At the first signs of blockage, many people are quick to reach for the liquid drain cleaner. But did you know that liquid drain cleaners could be doing more harm than good? Liquid drain cleaners can be harmful to your plumbing and are dangerous to handle. If ingested, inhaled, or if it comes in contact with your skin or eyes, it can be very dangerous. It also isn’t a good choice for the environment, as everything that goes down the drain can eventually make its way into our oceans, rivers, lakes, and streams. And in the long run, liquid drain cleaner isn’t all that effective. It typically provides temporary relief, but doesn’t get to the root of the problem. Many people find themselves in the same predicament, not long after its usage.    By taking the proper preventive measures, you can eliminate a lot of the causes of clogged shower drains. Forming good habits helps save you time, money, and stress. In addition to the tips mentioned above, having your drains professionally cleaned at least once a year can help keep things moving and keep plumbing problems at bay. For more plumbing tips from the pros or to schedule your drain cleaning service contact Rooter Hero today!