Kitchen Plumbing Repair In DeSoto County
By the RW Heating, Air, Plumbing & Electrical Team · Reviewed by our licensed plumbers · Serving DeSoto County since 1999
Summer means more cooking with fresh produce and more people around the table, and that is hard on the kitchen sink. A few simple habits keep the disposal and the drains from quitting at the worst possible time.
What clogs a kitchen drain
The big three are grease, fats, and oils, which cool and harden in the line; fibrous scraps like corn husks, celery, and melon rinds; and starchy items like potato peels and pasta, which swell and stick.
- Grease, fats, and oils solidifying in pipes
- Fibrous foods like celery, corn husks, and melon rinds
- Starchy foods like pasta and potato peels
Pour cooled grease into a container and throw it in the trash, not down the drain. Our kitchen plumbing services handle clogs that prevention cannot always stop.
Run the disposal the right way
Run cold water before, during, and after use, feed scraps in slowly, and avoid fibrous or starchy foods that bind up the system. Always turn power off before attempting any manual clearing.
When to call a plumber
A plunger may fix minor issues, but recurring backups, foul odors, standing water, or under-sink leaks indicate a deeper issue that requires professional plumbing repair.
Common questions
Can I put coffee grounds down the disposal?
No. Coffee grounds clump and accumulate in traps, leading to buildup over time.
Why does my kitchen sink smell?
Food and grease buildup in the disposal or trap is the most common cause. Persistent odor may indicate deeper line buildup.
How do I unjam a garbage disposal safely?
Turn off power completely before doing anything. Never place your hand inside the unit. If it hums without spinning, it needs professional clearing.
The bottom line
If your kitchen drain is slow or your disposal is struggling before a busy season, it is better to fix it early. Call 662-429-2590 or schedule service.
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About RW Heating, Air, Plumbing & Electrical
We are a family-owned shop serving DeSoto County since 1999. We maintain an A+ BBB rating, our plumbers are licensed, and our technicians are highly trained across HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. Read customer reviews on our reviews page or learn more on our About Us page.
Sources: EPA WaterSense.
