For most homeowners, keeping hair out of the drains is a daily struggle. Imagine how much more difficult it is for hair salons to keep their drains free and clear. This is a constant struggle for hair salons, so there are some tricks and tips that should be followed to lessen the struggle. The Original $49.95 Plumber is here to share these tips in hopes that we help keep your drains free from hair and other debris that are common causes for clogs.

Hair Catchers for Brain

Obviously, hair is the biggest culprit for clogged drains at a hair salon. It doesn’t help that hair is often coated in a great deal of shampoo, conditioner and other products that make it even more likely to clog the drain. The best way to ensure it doesn’t make it to your drain, it is worth purchasing some strainers or stoppers that will do the job for you. Cleaning the hair out of these stoppers on a regular basis will make is less likely that you experience clogged drains due to hair and product.

Proper Disposal of Chemicals

It’s no secret that there are chemicals galore in a hair salon. That hair isn’t going to change colors on its own, after all. Much of these chemicals make their way down the drain as hair is washed and the chemicals are getting stripped from its shaft. However, rinsing out your color bowls so that excess hair color goes down the drain isn’t recommended. This can acerbate clogs. Regular drain cleanings are the best way to keep these chemicals from causing drain problems. You shouldn’t ever mix these chemicals with drain cleaning chemicals as that can cause your plumbing to corrode.

Give Your Drains a Flush

One preventative measure you can take to keep your drains free and clear is to flush them every now and then. You can do this by taking extremely hot water in a five gallon bucket and pouring it down the drain. The hot water in large quantities like that will help to flush any clogs that may be starting down the drain.

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While hot water can help you prevent clogged drains, it doesn’t replace getting your drains cleaned professionally. If you own and run your own hair salon chance are, you have experienced some drain problems along the way. You can rely on The Original $49.95 Plumber to keep your drains free and clear without using harmful chemicals that will only make the problems worse. Our drain cleaning is guaranteed to keep your plumbing intact while getting rid of any debris that is prohibiting them from getting rid of water like they should. If you have clogged drains or can’t remember the last time you had your drains cleaned, call on our team of qualified professionals to get your pipes flowing freely once more. Call us today!