The Ultimate Guide to Solving Pesky Slow Draining Sinks

How to Quickly Resolve Slow Draining Sinks

Oh, slow draining sinks. It’s something many homeowners dread, but at the same time is one of the most common plumbing problems. One of the reasons homeowners find it so irritating is because it causes the rest of the sink to become dirty. When the sink drains slowly, the dirty water doesn’t get whooshed down into the drain as it normally should. Instead, the dirty water sits in the sink and marks its territory by leaving some of the dirt and grime behind as the water drains.

Well, the good news is that homeowners are not alone in this battle. It is a common problem, so there are some simple solutions for fixing the current slow drains in the house and preventing slow drains in the future. The following information can be used as a “cheat sheet” to teach homeowners the lessons of slow drains.

What Causes Slow Drains?

Slow drains are caused by something that partially blocks the pipe, making it difficult for the water to flow through at a normal pace. For bathroom sinks, clogged showers, and tubs, the most common culprit for slow drains is hair. Whether it’s hair from shaving, trimming, or simply falling off a person’s head from washing their hair, this thin, fine substance can do more damage than it seems.

It tends to clump together when it’s wet and can clog drains very easily. For kitchen sinks, the most common cause of a slow drain is food. When grease, oils, and other food particles go down the drain, they can get stuck and create a blockage making it hard for the water to get through.

How to Fix Slow Drains

Many homeowners will turn to liquid drain cleaners like Drano or Liquid-PlumR to fix slow drains. However, these are not a good solution because they often do more harm than good. Liquid drain cleaners are full of chemicals that eat away at a clog. But these chemicals can actually be damaging the integrity of the pipes, causing them to become worn and potentially leak.

These chemicals are also very toxic to the human touch. If it makes contact with a person’s skin or gets in their eyes, it can cause skin irritation or serious burns. So what’s a better solution? Call a plumber! Plumbers use drain snakes and other tools that are safe for the plumbing system and for the person using them. The best part is that plumbers can ensure that the clog is gone rather than just using a liquid drain cleaner and hoping it got rid of everything.

How to Prevent Slow Drains

The best way to prevent slow drains is to prevent the common blockers from entering the drain in the first place. For bathroom sinks, showers, and tubs, try using a hair stopper over the drain. This will catch the majority of the hair that falls before it enters the drain, preventing hair clogs.

For kitchen sinks, make sure everyone scrapes their plates into the garbage before washing dishes to get rid of any large food particles.

Also, whenever working with greasy or oily foods, pour the oil into a separate container, so it can be thrown away once it hardens rather than dumping it into the sink and letting it harden in the drains and pipes.

About Daniel Cordova Plumbing

Daniel Cordova Plumbing has made it their goal to go above and beyond customers’ normal expectations for a plumbing service company to ensure 100% complete satisfaction. As homeowners, they understand how critical it can be to get professional, efficient repairs and plumbing services in West Covina, so they are always available to provide their customers with just that.

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