TIPS TO HELP PET OWNERS KEEP CLEAR DRAINS!

Pet Owners: 3 Plumbing Tips to Keep Cat and Dog Hair out of Drains and Pipes

Keeping your pet clean can sometimes be problematic as hair washes down the drain. Over time your Simi Valley drains may drain slowly or stop draining at all causing inconvenience and high plumbing bills. There are many things that you can do to prevent this from happening.

Remove excessive hair before bathing

Perhaps the easiest way to slow the buildup of hair in a drain is to brush your pet thoroughly before bathing. Removing the excessive hair before it goes down the drain can save time and money. The less hair that goes into the drain, the easier it is to clean as well. After you give Rover his bath, it is a good idea to lift the pop-up stopper and pull any loose hair out and throw it in the trash.

Drain strainers

There are many types of strainers that will keep hair from flowing down the drain. Some of these are the wire mesh strainers that fit down into the drain to catch loose hair and debris before it can become a problem. There are also shower drain catchers that lay over the drain. These protectors are easy to clean but may slow the drain flow considerably and need to be cleaned often.

Hair traps

Although there are ways to prevent a lot of your pet’s hair from flowing down into the drain, it is impossible to prevent it all. Having a hair trap installed by your favorite plumber may save dollars down the road. These specially made hair filters were first made for beauty salons, but work well for pet hair.

With inline installation, these special filters are easy to clean and prevent build up of hair and other debris that can permanently stop up a drain. Although these may cost a few dollars to have your plumber install, the overall savings in both time and major plumbing repair costs are well worth the expense.

No matter what deterrent you use to keep pet hair from creating drain clogs, it is a good idea to have your drains checked and cleaned by a Simi Valley professional periodically to prevent permanent damage.

Drain cleaners can eat away at your plumbing over time, causing expensive replacement of your plumbing. When drains show signs of slowing, it is a good idea to call your local plumber before major problems develop. These professionals can save you money and time by opening that clogged drain quickly and efficiently.

Don’t let your fluffy pup clog up your drain! If you need drain cleaning in your Simi Valley, CA home call Fix It Fast Plumbing at (805) 623-4417 today!