The holiday season is a time for family, feasting, and festive gatherings—but it can also be a stressful time for your plumbing! With more guests in your home and bigger meals being prepared, your pipes, drains, and appliances are working overtime. Here are five essential plumbing tips from Level Up Plumbing to help ensure your Christmas celebrations run smoothly without any unexpected plumbing problems.
1. Be Kind to Your Garbage Disposal
Your garbage disposal is not a magical solution for all holiday leftovers. Avoid putting turkey grease, potato peels, or fibrous foods like celery down the drain, as these can clog the disposal or damage the blades. Instead, scrape food waste into the trash or compost bin. A little mindfulness now can save you from an inconvenient repair later!
2. Spread Out Shower Schedules
Hosting overnight guests? Your water heater might feel the heat! Spread out showers throughout the day to give the water heater time to recover between uses. Remind your guests to take shorter showers and avoid running hot water appliances like the dishwasher or laundry machine at the same time.
4. Watch for Overwhelmed Drains
With more people in the house, bathroom and kitchen drains often work harder than usual. Keep a plunger handy and consider using drain strainers to catch hair, food, and other debris. A small precaution can prevent a major clog during your holiday celebrations.
5. Schedule Preventative Maintenance
The best way to avoid plumbing problems during the holidays is to address any potential issues beforehand. If you’ve noticed slow drains, leaky faucets, or strange noises from your water heater, call a professional to take care of it before your guests arrive. A little preparation goes a long way toward a stress-free Christmas.
Holiday Plumbing Emergency? Call Level Up Plumbing!657.467.5862
Even with the best precautions, plumbing problems can still arise. That’s why Level Up Plumbing is here to help! Whether you need a quick repair or a holiday plumbing hero, we’ve got you covered. Our experienced team is available to keep your home running smoothly so you can focus on what really matters: spending time with loved ones.
Merry Christmas from all of us at Level Up Plumbing!
Let’s make it a season to remember—without the leaks!
