Welcome to Week 42 of the Weekly Home Check

Winter is quickly approaching and I can't wait for our upcoming tasks but this week, let's focus on keeping our drains flowing and ensuring the bathroom fans are working properly.

🚰 Flush Drains

Regularly flushing your kitchen sink with boiling water helps prevent grease and gunk buildup. A quick reminder: if you have a glass or porcelain sink, consider warming the glass with hot water to avoid cracking.

1. Boil a half gallon to a gallon of water.
2. Carefully pour half of it down the drain.
3. Wait a few minutes.
4. Pour the other half of the boiled water down the drain.

Additionally, 3-4 times a year, it's a good idea to flush your drains with a mixture of baking soda and vinegar. Follow these steps:

1. Pour 1/2 cup of baking soda down the drain (use a funnel or a rolled-up piece of paper to get it all down the drain).
2. Follow it with 1/2 cup of vinegar.
3. Cover the drain tightly with a wet rag or rubber plug.
4. After 5 minutes, flush the drain with hot water.
5. TIP: The most important part is to make sure the drain is covered to trap the reaction and push through any buildup.

🚽 Clean Bathroom Fan

Proper ventilation is essential for a clean and pleasant bathroom experience. Bathroom fans are often overlooked but should be cleaned every 10-12 weeks. Here's how you can do it:

1. Turn off power to the fan from the circuit breaker.
2. Remove the fan cover and pull it out.
3. Use a brush or cloth to wipe away any dust or dirt.
4. Stand on a ladder or stool to wipe away any dust on the actual fan.
5. Allow the cover and fan to dry completely before reattaching.

🛠️ Supplies and Materials

Looking for the cleaning products I've used over the past few weeks? Find all my supplies and tools linked below:

• ​Amazon ​
• ​Walmart ​
• ​Lowes ​
• ​Home Depot ​

- Kyshawn

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