Fact-Checking Plumbing Myths
25 Nov 2024
by Brett Mulhall
It's likely that you don't give plumbing much attention until it breaks down. This is undoubtedly the case for the majority of people, which is why there are so many myths and misconceptions about plumbing care and maintenance.
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Myth
"If you flushed it down the drain, then it's gone."
Fact
The idea that there isn't a clogging problem if trash goes down the drain is one of the most harmful misconceptions people have about plumbing.
Over time, a clog can be caused by a number of items that are frequently flushed down the kitchen sink, including fats, oils, food scraps, etc.
Avoid pouring anything other than soap and water whenever you can, and use a common anti-clogging chemical to clear buildup.
Myth
"Tightly closing off the tap helps stop water loss."
Fact
Although it may seem reasonable to turn the tap as tightly as you can, doing so may actually weaken or destroy the tap, making a leak more likely to occur.
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