Your commercial kitchen probably has multiple sinks, grease traps, and may even have a garbage disposal. Inevitably, grease and food particles will go down your drains.. Nothing can stop the flow of work, as well as the flow of water, like a clogged drain. While it may be easy to take care of a clog at home, commercial sinks are a whole different ballgame.

Serious clogs often require professional plumbers to take care of the problem. The last thing any business owner wants or needs is downtime for their company. Downtime due to plumbing issues will cost you money and should be seen as unacceptable.

Preventative Maintenance

There are some things you can do to keep the drains open. A little bit of preventative maintenance can go a long way. Always have your kitchen staff clean the sinks and drains regularly. Never dump grease or thick liquids down your sink drains. This is the number one cause of problems in commercial kitchens. It’s recommended that you keep plungers, drain snakes, and liquid drain cleaners safely stored in your restaurant. You should also train your staff on how to use these items. It also pays to have a professional plumber clean your drains periodically to keep things flowing nicely.

Be sure to have strainers installed on every drain. This will keep large food particles from getting lodged in your pipes. Educate your kitchen staff on proper cleaning techniques and make sure they know which items are inappropriate to dispose of in the sink. Make sure your kitchen staff cleans and maintains the garbage disposal regularly, if you have one. Any food debris in the pipes or garbage disposal can lead to bacteria, mold, and other dangerous pathogens that will contaminate your kitchen.

Need Some Assistance?

Do you have a drain in your restaurant that always seems slow? Or maybe your staff has to constantly unclog the same old drain. This can be a sign of problems deep within the plumbing system. Odd smells are another sign that something isn’t right in your pipes. In addition to being a nuisance, bad smells can be a safety hazard and may even be a violation of your local health regulations. Don’t let these problems fester until they turn into something worse. Ignored problems often cost more in the long run than simply hiring a professional plumber today.

Serious plumbing problems require a serious plumber. If you have a business with a kitchen in or around Hilton Head, SC, contact the pros at Ace’s Plumbing for all of your commercial plumbing needs.