Every plumbing system in any household or commercial setting will eventually experience problems over time.
You might experience clogs and defective drainage.
Clogs that are usually caused by accumulated soap chips, hair, food and other wastes will cause the flow of fluid down the drain to slow down.
Not all of us have the time and right amount of patience to check our plumbing system regularly that is why building up of wastes are usually left unhandled.
Most of us use household and natural remedies for plumbing problems like this.
There are various home remedies you could try for yourself to solve a defective pipe or drain.
Here are some examples of household remedies you could try for your plumbing needs: 1.
Use a Plunger Pressing the plunger down with force to form a seal will somehow help create a vacuum and remove minor obstruction and clogs.
This is done several times to remove the obstruction.
2.
Snake This tool is a steel cable which has a spring.
This is a thin rod which is flexible and can be extended down the drain of toilets, sinks and tubs.
This is used to remove occasional clogs and build ups to eliminate the minor obstruction.
3.
Use Hot Water This is a common home remedy to remove drain obstructions.
Pouring hot water down the drain can clear minor clogs.
Allow water to boil then turn off the heat, pour it directly to the drain and let it sit for 15 minutes; also try using a plunger after pouring for better results.
4.
Vinegar and Baking Soda Mix a ratio of 1:1 of vinegar and baking soda then pour it immediately into the drain.
Then let it stand for about 10 to 15 minutes.
Flush it with hot water after.
This can deodorize the pipelines and drains as well.
Vinegar is a natural disinfectant that can remove stains, fungi and undesirable odors.
Just remember that it may cause some fizz to rise after combining these two products.
Remember to wear gloves when combining and pouring the mixture.