Ho-Ho No!
Don’t let a blockage spoil the Christmas cheer. With the right tools (and a little DIY magic), you can keep your pipes flowing freely. Here’s a fun and practical spin on the classic carol, “The 12 Days of Christmas” introducing the 12 tools every household should have to tackle those pesky clogs.
1. A Plunger in a Pear Tree
Nothing beats the trusty plunger. It’s your first call for sink and toilet emergencies. (Pro tip: keep separate ones for your sink and toilet – trust us, it’s worth it.)
2. Two Drain Snakes
When things get tricky, drain snakes slither in to save the day. Flexible and user friendly, these little guys grab onto clogs like there’s no tomorrow. (Imagine that, No Boxing Day?!)
3. Three Sturdy Buckets
Buckets: not glamorous, but oh so practical. Whether catching overflow or carrying hot water, they’re your cleanup must haves! Bonus points if you’ve got one in festive red or green.
4. Four Rubber Gloves
Because no one wants to play hands-on with a clog. Keep a pair of thick rubber gloves handy for those “ew” moments—don’t be a Scrooge, buy a few pairs, your future self will thank you!
5. Fiiiive Golden Tiiips
Okay, maybe not golden, (but definitely worth their weight), but a bottle vinegar and baking soda deserves the spotlight A true star! It’s a natural, fizzy dream team that makes grease build-up disappear (and smells kind of festive, too if you like pickled onions).
6. Six Coiled Hangers
No coat hanger? No problem. This classic DIY hack gets hair and gunk out of your drains like a pro. Just unwind, hook, and fish (don’t forget to clean it afterward!).
7. Seven Sink Brushes Scrubbing
Perfect for those gross gunk traps lurking in plugholes. These little brushes get into all the nooks and crannies, leaving your sink as fresh as a winter morning.
8. Eight Rolls of Tape
Plumber’s tape, also known as PTFE tape, is the unsung hero of leak repairs. Keep a roll handy for quick fixes until you can get a pro in—or when you’re DIYing like a boss.
9. Nine Covers Catching
Ok, 9 might be a little excessive but a simple drain cover can stop blockages before they happen. Hair? Food scraps? No problem. It’s a tiny investment that saves on big headaches.
10. Ten Wrenches Turning
Got a leak or need to tighten something? A good heavy duty pipe wrench gives you the muscle to handle fittings like a pro. Bonus: it makes you look very handy too. Definitely worth investing in one or asking Santa to slip one in your stocking.
11. Eleven Vacuums Sucking
A wet-dry vacuum isn’t just for sawdust—it’s a hero at sucking out stubborn clogs and releasing airlocks. Listen out for Pipes that bubble and squeak ….
12. Twelve Drain Cleaners Fizzing
For when the going gets tough, an eco-friendly drain cleaner can help break down gunk and grease. Just don’t go overboard—your pipes will appreciate it. Pro Tip: Good to keep one or two in the cupboard under the sink just incase.
Hap-Hap Happy Christmas
With these 12 tools and Tips you’ll be ready to sing your way through any blockage emergency. Who knew a festive tune could be so handy for plumbing prep?
So just for fun, how about:
“Jingle Drains” (to the tune of Jingle Bells)
Jingle drains, jingle drains,
Unclog them all the way,
Oh, what fun it is to clear
The gunk that won’t go away!
“We Wish You a Clog-Free Christmas” (to the tune of We Wish You a Merry Christmas)
We wish you a clog-free Christmas,
We wish you a clog-free Christmas,
We wish you a clog-free Christmas,
And a trouble-free New Year!
So grab your gloves, ready your plunger, and let the unclogging adventures begin!
Merry Christmas from David and Will and all at Happy Drains
