Have your lateral line system checked and cleaned yearly by a professional. Plumbers offer this resource, and it’s a good preventative measure to make sure everything runs smoothly.
Make sure to put all Fats, Oils and Grease in a container, and allow those to harden. Once the materials have hardened, place a lid on those containers and throw them away in the trash.
Landscaping is a large effort for maintaining your lateral line system. When planting trees and shrubs, make sure to take into consideration your lateral line system. Tree roots especially can enter into the lateral line system and cause clogs. If a tree root has already grown into your system, have a professional install rod system as soon as possible.
Flush responsibly. When maintaining a lateral line system it is important to ensure that only toilet paper and waste is being flushed. Kitty litter, feminine products and baby wipes can get clogged in the system.
Clean the gutters. Leaves and twigs fall onto the roof can get funneled down into the downspout and eventually into the lateral line system. Debris from tree can cause very costly effects, however cleaning out the gutters is an easy way to avoid those extra costs.
