{"id":1920,"date":"2021-05-06T08:05:00","date_gmt":"2021-05-06T12:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/?p=1920"},"modified":"2021-04-22T13:20:53","modified_gmt":"2021-04-22T17:20:53","slug":"top-5-things-that-will-destroy-your-plumbing-pipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/top-5-things-that-will-destroy-your-plumbing-pipes\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Things That Will Destroy Your Plumbing Pipes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">As a homeowner, you want your house to be safe, secure, and well protected all year long. With this resolve, it is your responsibility to ensure that all systems are operating at their most efficient capacity. Your plumbing is one of the most vital systems that should be maintenance and inspected on a regular basis to ensure nothing has gone wrong, or will go wrong in the foreseeable future. Not sure if you are taking good care of your plumbing? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Continue reading to learn the top 5 things that can and will destroy your plumbing pipes if you are not careful, as well as where to get superior plumbing service in Indianapolis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Indianapolis-IN-Plumbing-Service.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Indianapolis-IN-Plumbing-Service-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"Indianapolis Plumbing Service and Repair 317-784-1870\" class=\"wp-image-1921\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Indianapolis-IN-Plumbing-Service-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Indianapolis-IN-Plumbing-Service-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Indianapolis-IN-Plumbing-Service-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Indianapolis-IN-Plumbing-Service-1536x1018.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Indianapolis-IN-Plumbing-Service.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Indianapolis Plumbing Service and Repair 317-784-1870<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Don\u2019t Let These 5 Things Damage Your Plumbing:<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2776 <strong>Trash<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is very important that you do not allow trash to get inside your pipes, drains, and other exposed plumbing areas. Things like metal, plastic, glass, and even paper can cause a blockage, burst pipe, flood, and more. This means that you need to take good care when using your garbage disposal, drains, and toilets, and do not use them as a trashcan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2777 <strong>Grease<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you are cooking bacon or frying chicken, you should not throw away any kind of grease into a drain, toilet, garbage disposal, or other plumbing entrance. Instead, pour the grease into a large glass jar, such as an old pickle or marinara jar, and throw it away in the trash can. When it comes disposing of unsafe oils, such as motor oil, you must take it to a local hazardous waste recycling facility so they can dispose of it safely for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2778 <strong>Tree Roots<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tree roots have a very specific and invasive agenda that will be stopped by nothing. They grow at a force of nature you could not imagine, and in their maturity, can reach lengths and widths of incredible amounts. But even on smaller scales, tree roots can easily, and quickly, grow into your home\u2019s underground piping system, which can cause extreme amounts of damage. Have your trees and landscape inspected to identify any potential invasive root problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2779 <strong>Hair<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hair falls out in the shower and bath without us even realizing it happens. Overtime, this subtle accumulation of hair can mix with other constituents, like grease and garbage, and obstruct drains, plumbing, piping, and more. It is recommended to snake your bathroom sink, tub, and shower drains on a regular basis to avoid such blockages. Avoid using chemical drain cleaners, and opt for a drain auger tool instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u277a <strong>Chemical Drain Cleaners<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chemical, over-the-counter, drain cleaners may seem like a great option because they work fast, but they are actually quite damaging to your plumbing system, as well as the surrounding environment. Instead, opt for a natural drain cleaner solution made from water, white vinegar, and baking soda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:19px\"><strong>Do you think your plumbing system could use some TLC?<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/contact.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Contact Weilhammer Plumbing Company<\/a> at 317-784-1870 for professional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/plumbing-services.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">plumbing services<\/a> in Indianapolis, Indiana. We serve residential and commercial clients, and are state-licensed master plumbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:19px\"><strong>You Should Also Read:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/never-put-this-stuff-in-a-garbage-disposal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Never Put This Stuff in a Garbage Disposal!<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/how-to-make-homemade-drain-dissolving-cleaner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Make Homemade Drain Dissolving Cleaner<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/tips-for-diy-home-plumbing-inspections\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tips for DIY Home Plumbing Inspections<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1-Plumber-Indianapolis-Indiana.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"145\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1-Plumber-Indianapolis-Indiana-1024x145.png\" alt=\"Indianapolis Indiana Master Plumbers 317-784-1870\" class=\"wp-image-1894\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1-Plumber-Indianapolis-Indiana-1024x145.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1-Plumber-Indianapolis-Indiana-300x42.png 300w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1-Plumber-Indianapolis-Indiana-768x108.png 768w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1-Plumber-Indianapolis-Indiana.png 1388w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Indianapolis Indiana Master Plumbers 317-784-1870<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a homeowner, you want your house to be safe, secure, and well protected all year long. With this resolve, it is your responsibility to ensure that all systems are operating at their most efficient capacity. 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