When you've been in the plumbing business as long as we have, you definitely see a lot of interesting things. Some things we see time and time again and while you might initially think something is true because it sounds intuitive, it's not always the case. There is a ton of information on the internet regarding plumbing. Some of it's right, but some of it's wrong. That's why we want to set the record straight and clear up a few common misconceptions about plumbing in Springfield Missouri.
You Can Put Anything You Want Down The Garbage Disposal
This leads to the majority of our service calls for garbage disposal repairs. Your garbage disposal can handle most types of food, but you do need to be careful about what you put down your disposal and more importantly, in what order. Some people clog their drains by inserting the food scraps, turning on the garbage disposal and running water to flush it down. The proper order is actually to run the water first before you turn on the garbage disposal.
Plumbing Companies Operate Pretty Much The Same Way
Many people fail to consider that some plumbing companies in Springfield, Missouri are sales-based while others are not. A sales-based plumbing company pays their salesmen and installers a commission for selling the customer something. Plumbing companies that aren’t sales-based pay their employees wages based on the hours worked as opposed to whether or not they sell something. Which type of plumbing company do you think is more likely to pressure you that something needs to be replaced rather than repaired?
Fabric Softener In Your Toilet Tank Improves The Smell
Believe it or not, some people recommend putting fabric softener in your toilet tank to improve the smell. But the moment you flush your toilet, that good-smelling water will wash into your toilet bowl and down the drain. Anything added to a toilet’s tank can weaken the integrity of its plastic components and potentially cause leaks that end up requiring toilet repair. Even objects like bleach tablets, while well-meaning, eventually shrink in size and may get stuck under the flapper, keeping the toilet running constantly.
These are just some of the common plumbing misconceptions that we have heard over the years. The easiest way to avoid falling prey to misconceptions is by talking to a professional plumber in Springfield, Missouri. If there’s ever a plumbing question that you’re unsure about, give us a call at United Plumbing. We’ll make sure you get the best advice.