Some drain clogs are unavoidable, but a lot of recurring buildup comes down to a handful of daily habits.
In the Kitchen
Letting grease cool and disposing of it in the trash rather than down the drain, and scraping food scraps into the trash before washing dishes, can meaningfully reduce kitchen drain buildup.
In the Bathroom
A simple drain cover can catch hair before it goes down the drain, which is one of the most common causes of bathroom clogs.
General Habits
Running hot water through a drain after use, and avoiding flushing anything other than toilet paper and human waste, both help keep drains flowing as intended.
When Habits Aren't Enough
If a drain keeps clogging despite reasonable care, that often points to a deeper issue rather than day-to-day habits. Our drain cleaning page covers when a professional inspection is worth considering.