Have you ever taken a shower, only to stand in a puddle of water that won’t run down the drain? It’s a tricky and annoying problem, but with some preventive action, you can ensure that your drains and pipes will remain clog-free and this situation won’t happen to you.

Start by trying to pour extremely hot water down a drain on a regular basis. This process mocks the hot water wash cycle in your dishwasher. This cycle cuts through grease and food before it builds up in the lines. Applying this process to your sinks and bathtubs will work in a similar manner. Fill your sink or tub with extremely hot water. Let the water drain out and follow up by releasing hot water from the tap for thirty seconds. Like the dishwasher cycle mentioned before, it helps clear out the potential clog causes.

Remember to exercise caution when using extremely hot water. Incorporating this practice into your cleaning routine will likely help keep clogs from forming in your drains and pipes.