Why Kitchen Grease Can Cause Plumbing Problems
The kitchen is one area in the home that could not be in use without a working plumbing system. It is where food is washed, dishes are cleaned and where water comes from. Apparently though there are mistakes homeowners commit that lead to kitchen plumbing issues. Used cooking oil and kitchen grease should NEVER be poured down the drain. ( Photo Credits ) For instance, one of the worst things a kitchen owner can do is to pour oil or grease in the sink. This is because these grease and oil build up and end up to cause clogs in the sink. United Association Third-Party service ratings website Angie’s List explains why this is a bad idea. In the article they suggested a solution though of just pouring out the oil in a container, removing the excess with a paper towel, and dumping everything with the garbage. “Vegetable oil and animal fats used in cooking may be liquid after use, but they can harden inside pipes. And depending on how your waste lines are piped, a blockage may bac