Get Your Plumbing Ready for Brown Friday

The day after Thanksgiving, also known as “Brown Friday” in the plumbing world, is one of the busiest days of the year for plumbing issues. Between heavy meal prep, cleaning, and more guests in the home, it’s no surprise that plumbing systems experience extra amounts of strain around the Thanksgiving holiday.

Fortunately, at Napps Cooling, Heating & Plumbing, we know just how you can ensure your plumbing is ready to handle the demands of the holiday season. In this blog, you’ll learn simple tips to keep your plumbing system running smoothly and avoid common holiday disasters. Let’s dive in!

Avoid Putting Grease & Oil Down the Drain

Grease and oil might seem harmless when still in liquid form, but they quickly harden as they cool, causing clogs that can back up your pipes. Instead, let fats, oils, and grease cool down in a container before disposing them in the trash. Additionally, pouring hot grease and oil down your drain can cause damage to your pipes. Keeping grease out of your drains altogether can prevent buildup and costly repairs down the road.

Clean Plates Before Washing

Before you rinse or wash dishes, scrape off any food scraps into the trash. Small particles, like bits of pasta, bones, or vegetable skins, can cause blockages in the pipes if they collect over time. Because these particles don’t easily break down, they often lead to stubborn drain clogs that disrupt your kitchen routine. Clean plates not only help keep your drains clear but also reduce odors and make for a much better dishwashing process overall.

Run the Garbage Disposal When Adding Food

If you have a garbage disposal, run it while adding food waste and continue running it briefly afterward to fully clear the disposal. Like cleaning off plates and throwing scraps into the trash, this helps prevent build-up within the disposal and keeps things moving smoothly down the drain. Avoid putting fibrous foods, eggshells, coffee grounds, or anything hard down the disposal, as these items can damage the blades and lead to clogs.

Spread Out Showers

When you’re hosting guests, it’s easy for showers, toilet use, and other water needs to increase, putting extra pressure on your water heater and plumbing system. Space out showers throughout the day, if possible, to prevent issues with your water heater due to it working overtime. This will also help avoid running out of hot water, making it more comfortable for everyone staying in your home.

Call Us for Plumbing Services

At Napps Cooling, Heating & Plumbing, we understand how important it is to enjoy the holidays with family. We’re just here to make sure your plumbing runs smoothly so you can focus on what truly matters—celebrating and creating memories with loved ones. Our 65+ years of experience and commitment to quality mean you can count on us to handle any plumbing need. Our licensed, insured plumbers are ready to help when you need it most with 24/7 emergency service. Plus, feel free to check out our specials for more ways to save on the services you need.

Keep the holidays festive and stress-free by scheduling plumbing services with Napps Cooling, Heating & Plumbing.