The holiday season is here, bringing family gatherings, festive meals, and houseguests. While hosting is exciting, it can also put extra strain on your home’s plumbing. From overloaded drains to water heater woes, holiday plumbing issues can disrupt your celebrations. Here’s how to prepare your plumbing to handle the holiday hustle:
1. Inspect Your Drains
With extra cooking and dishwashing during the holidays, kitchen drains often bear the brunt of the load. Avoid clogs by keeping grease, oil, and food scraps out of the sink. Use a drain strainer to catch debris, and consider a professional drain cleaning before the season begins.
2. Check Your Water Heater
Hot water is essential when you have a house full of guests. Ensure your water heater is up to the task by checking for leaks, flushing out sediment, and adjusting the temperature. If your water heater struggles to keep up, it might be time to upgrade to a larger or more efficient model.
3. Prep Your Toilets
Toilets get extra use during the holidays, so make sure they’re in good working condition. Check for leaks, ensure they flush properly, and have a plunger handy just in case. Remind guests to avoid flushing anything other than toilet paper.
4. Protect Your Garbage Disposal
Your garbage disposal will work overtime during holiday meal prep. Prevent jams by running cold water while using it and avoiding hard or fibrous items like bones, coffee grounds, and potato peels.
5. Test Your Sump Pump
If your basement has a sump pump, ensure it’s functioning properly to avoid flooding issues from melting snow or heavy holiday rain.
6. Know When to Call a Professional
Despite your best efforts, plumbing issues can still arise during the holidays. Having a trusted plumber on call can save you stress and prevent minor problems from turning into major disasters.
Enjoy a Stress-Free Holiday Season
With a little preparation, your plumbing can handle the extra demand of holiday hosting. A well-maintained system keeps your home comfortable and festive, letting you focus on what truly matters: spending time with loved ones.
At Canyon Heating and Plumbing, we’re here to ensure your home runs smoothly all winter long. Contact us today for plumbing maintenance, repairs, or emergency services to keep your holidays worry-free!