Oh yes, it’s that time again! Every December, Elf on the Shelf causes chaos in homes across the country, from flour-covered kitchen counters to marshmallow snowball fights. But what if the mischief moved to your drains? So without further a do…. Elf in the Sink! Real-life mischievous drains can create a real Nightmare before Christmas. (Pun intended)
Let’s explore how to keep your drains on Santa’s “nice” list this festive season.
The Mischief Your Drains Are Up To
1.Clogged Sinks from Christmas Dinner Prep:
All those potato peelings, turkey grease and leftover Brussel sprouts may seem harmless enough but together, they can gang up to block your pipes faster than an elf can hide your car keys.
2.Fatbergs in the Making:
Pouring cooking fat or oils down the sink might feel like a shortcut during the holiday rush, but it’s the fastest way to cause a fatberg—the Christmas Grinch of your plumbing system.
3.Bathroom Blockages:
Guests staying over for the holidays? Increased use of the bathroom can push your drains’ limits. Especially if anyone flushes the wrong things down the toilet. (wet wipes, cotton pads). You know who you are……
How to Keep Drains Out of Trouble
Like your elf, your drains need a little guidance to behave:
1.Give Them a Sieve-Sized Hat:
Pop a sink strainer over your plughole to catch food scraps before they sneak down the pipes.
2.Send Fat to the Naughty List:
Instead of pouring grease into the sink, collect it in a container, let it cool, and dispose of it in the bin—or perhaps use it to make a festive bird feeder. Nice idea!!
3.Keep the Loo for the Nice List Only:
Remind guests that only the three P’s belong in the toilet: pee, poo, and (toilet) paper. Mischievous items like wipes and sanitary products can clog pipes faster than you can say “Pass the Gravy.”
Need Help with Your Drains This Christmas?
If your drains have already taken a mischievous turn, don’t panic—call Happy Drains! Our team is ready to rescue you from even the most stubborn blockages, ensuring your Christmas is as stress-free as possible.
Call us on 020 8166 8630 / 07824 757572 today and let us put your drains back on the “nice” list.
Festive Tip from the Elf:
Why not include your Elf on the Shelf in the fun?
Set up a cheeky “drain scene” to remind the family to treat your pipes kindly. Picture your elf sitting in the sink with a tiny sign: “No grease, please!”
From all of us at Happy Drains, Merry Christmas—and may your drains stay clear and cheerful!
