Fall is just about here, and there are many parts of home maintenance you’ll need to perform to get ready for the new season. Drain maintenance is among the various tasks that should be on your list, and there are specific tasks you’ll want to complete as fall begins. Here are drain maintenance tips you’ll want to follow as we get into the fall season.
Clear Your Gutters of Leaves and Other Debris
Leaves will be falling off of trees all throughout the fall season. These leaves can cause blockages in your gutters, which keep water from sufficiently being drained from your house. If left unchecked, water can start pooling on your roof, which puts the structural integrity of your house at risk.
That’s why, as part of drain maintenance, you’ll want to clear away all of the leaves and other debris from your gutters. This way, water won’t accumulate on your house and risk structural damage.
Inspect, and Get Rid of, Tree Roots
Tree roots are always trying to find moisture, and this means that the moisture from sewer lines will be appealing to these roots. If roots try to grow towards these sewer lines, it can cause your pipes to crack, or burst entirely.
For this reason, it’s a good idea to get your pipes professionally inspected. If it’s suspected that tree roots are going to cause issues for your pipes, you may need to get those roots removed before they cause problems.
Inspect and Seal Leaks in Your Pipes
Another part of drain maintenance to consider is checking on your pipes and sealing up any leaks they have. When temperatures fall, smaller leaks in your pipes can become worse. It’s best to address any leaks in your pipes while those leaks are still small. Getting those leaks sealed up is recommended because of this.
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