Last Minute Holiday Plumbing Tips

Extra holiday guests can place extra strain on your plumbing system.  As you get ready to celebrate, remember to take a few extra steps to keep your plumbing in good condition through the weekend and the New Year.  

These plumbing tips will help your holiday celebrations go smoothly this year.

Plumbing Tips:

• Take Care of Your Garbage Disposal - Don't dump grease don't the drain!  As you prep for your holiday feast, make sure that you properly dispose of any leftover grease.  If grease does go down your drain, be sure to let the water run to help make sure that it doesn't stick to the sides of the pipes.  If you run into any drain clogging problems, give us a call!
• Keep A Strainer In Your Drain - Before you wash any dishes, make sure that you have a strainer in your sink.  This helps catch any food particles before they get washed down your drain.
• Stock Up On Toilet Paper - If you're going to be having a lot of guests over for the holidays, make sure that you don't run out of toilet paper!  Make sure that extra toilet paper rolls are visible to guests.  Other products can clog your drains if they get accidentally flushed by a guest.

If you do run into any plumbing problems this weekend, give our office a call.  Our expert plumbing technicians are here to help you with all of your emergency repair needs.

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How to Prep Your Bathroom for Holiday Guests

Holiday guests often mean more bathroom traffic.  Before you invite friends, family and loved ones over to celebrate, you'll want to prep your bathroom for your weekend visitors.  

These tips will help keep your guest bathroom running smoothly through the holiday season.

Bathroom Prep Tips:

• Have Hand Sanitizer On Hand - Leave hand sanitizer in plain sight, so that your guests will be reminded to put some one before they leave the bathroom.
• Light a Festive Candle - There are so many festive candle scents available.  They help give your bathroom a holiday feel, and the soft light helps make the space a little bit more welcoming.  Some candles even contain germ-busing essential oils like Eucalyptus that will help ensure your holiday guests don't bring any winter colds into your home!
• Keep Hand Towels Nearby - Keep fresh hand towels near the sink for your guests.  If you want, sprinkle them with lavender, peppermint or eucalyptus essential oil to keep your bathroom smelling fresh.
• Clean the Bathroom Beforehand - Give your bathroom a thorough clean before your guests come over.  This will help prevent germs from spreading and keep your bathroom looking impressive to holiday guests.
• Prep Your Vanity - Add small bathroom essentials to your vanity.  Guests may have forgotten to pack cotton balls, toothpaste, a toothbrush or even a razor.  This is a great way to make your guests feel at home!

If you run into any problems with your bathroom this holiday season, we encourage you to contact our office.  Call 585-216-3058 or visit our website to learn more about the plumbing and remodeling services that we offer to the Rochester area.

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How to Prevent Plumbing Problems During Holiday Travel

The holiday season is here!  For many busy families, this means traveling to visit loved ones.  Before you leave for your holiday getaway or your road trip to visit family, make sure that you take some time to prep your home plumbing.  

You'll want to make sure that your home is safe and sound while you're away, especially on cold winter nights!  These tips will help you prevent plumbing problems during holiday travel.

Holiday Travel Tips:

• Don't Turn Off Your Heat - You might be tempted to turn your heat down to save money and energy while you're away, but during the winter months this can put you at risk of costly plumbing damage.  When the temperatures drop at night, your plumbing pipes can freeze and burst, leaving you with a water damage mess and in need of new pipes.
• Turn Off Your Water - In the unfortunate event you do have a plumbing problem while away, it's important that your water is turned off.  This will prevent any flooding or damage while you are gone.
• Have Someone Check In - Have a trusted friend or neighbor keep an eye on your house while you're gone.  If there are any problems - they can check in and let you know.  They can help you prevent any damage before it becomes a bigger problem.

If you have any questions or concerns about your home plumbing this winter, give us a call!  Our professional technicians are here to make sure that your home's plumbing is running smoothly through the holidays.  

Call 585-216-3058 to contact our office or visit our website to learn more about the plumbing and remodeling services that we offer to the Rochester area.

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Tips to Help Maintain Your Plumbing System Through the Holidays

Holiday celebrations can put a lot of strain on your plumbing system.  Here are a few tips to keep your home free of clogged drains through the new year!

Holiday Plumbing Tips:

• Wipe Down Pans -If you are cooking with oil, make sure that you wipe down your pots and pans before putting them in the sink to be washed.
• Use Drain Screens - Drain screens help keep left over food particles from getting down your drain.  They are also good to have in your bathroom shower to keep hair from causing clogs.
• Only Flush Waste - If you are having guests over this week, remind them to throw away paper towels, cotton swabs, and other products that can clog your plumbing system.  Place a garbage can in the bathroom so that they can throw these items away instead.

Check out this article for more tips on how to keep your plumbing system working smoothly.  If you do experience any plumbing problems through the new year, call 585-216-3058 to contact the plumbing technicians at AP Plumbing.  Our professional plumbing technicians can help you with all of your plumbing repair needs!   

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