Prevent Clogged Drains

Preventing clogged drains is easy, and many of the items required to do so are available for free in the U-Fix-It (notated with a *).

Kitchen Sinks

• Use Basket Strainers* in the non-garbage disposal side at all times.
• Pick up a Garbage Disposal Plug*

Toilets

• If it isn’t toilet paper, don’t flush it!
• Ensure you have at least 1 sink plunger and 1 toilet plunger.
• Know where the water shut-off valve is located! And how to use it (turn right to shut off water).
  • Note: If your shut off doesn’t have a handle, pick up a Water Shut Off Key* at the U-Fix-It!

Shower/Tub drains

• Pick up a Hair Snare (Drain Guard)* from the U-Fix-It
• Pick up a Zip-It* from the U-Fix-It.

Bathroom Sinks

• If your Sink Stopper* is broken, bring it in for a 1 for 1 replacement at the U-Fix-It.

Laundry Room Sinks

• Pick up a Hair Snare (Drain Guard)* from the U-Fix-It

If the above steps do not resolve the issue, schedule an appointment with a maintenance technician.