It’s official. The start of a new school season is upon us! This week, all across Canada, students have returned to their classrooms. Parents everywhere are breathing a collective sigh of relief. Having the kids go back to school might make daily life scheduling easier. However, it can also make things a little tougher on the plumbing in your home. Did you know that the back-to-school rush can lead to slow drains, hidden clogs or even major backups?
Morning rush hour overloads bathrooms.
School mornings can feel like a race against time. In many homes, you have multiple people showering, brushing their teeth, flushing toilets and using the sink within a tight window. As a result, the bathroom plumbing has to work harder than usual. All that usage in a compressed time frame can lead to reduced water pressure.
Not to mention, busy bathrooms often mean toilet overuse as well as hair and soap buildup in shower drains. It’s a good idea to install hair catchers in showers. Also, try to stagger bathroom schedules if possible. A quick five-minute gap between users allows water pressure to normalize.
Laundry loads multiply fast.
So the kids are out every day? That means they’re wearing more clothes and stuffing the home’s laundry baskets with more frequency. We’re talking about school uniforms, sports jerseys, gym clothes and linens. There’s no question that laundry frequency spikes once school starts. That’s a problem for your drains, especially if too much detergent is being used.
“A consistent laundry schedule helps manage the increased volume of laundry during the school year,” advises Freshli Folded, “Assign specific days for different types of laundry, such as uniforms, sports gear and everyday clothes…Involve the whole family in setting the schedule. Use a calendar or planner to keep track of laundry days, ensuring everyone knows their responsibilities.”
Leftovers and after-school snacking leads to kitchen drain abuse.
What is often a top priority after a long day in school? For many students, it’s getting home for a quick snack. However, not every kid is always all that hungry. In fact, many students don’t finish their lunches and bring home leftovers. This daily routine can be hard on your kitchen plumbing if the food isn’t discarded properly.
Potato peels, pasta, cooking oils and coffee grounds often end up in the drain or garbage disposal. However, these starchy and greasy materials should be kept out of it. They cling to pipe walls and harden. This reduces water flow and eventually causes backups. Make sure to always scrape food scraps into the green bin. As well, never pour grease down the sink. Instead, collect it in a container and toss it in the garbage once solidified.
Love Food Hate Waste Canada encourages parents to match portion sizes to their children. “A whole sandwich, apple or milk container may simply be too much,” says their website, “If you’re kids are only eating a portion of their food, pack less. Repackage items into smaller containers and try canned or dried fruit instead of whole large fruits.”
Do you have a stubborn kitchen sink or a clogged bathroom drain?
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