Kitchen Grease: The Slow Killer of Drain Pipes
Kitchen sink blockages are almost entirely preventable — but they remain one of the most common plumbing callouts across Melbourne. The culprit, in most cases, is fat, oil and grease poured down the sink or washed off dishes.
What Happens to Grease in Your Pipes
Hot grease or oil flows easily when warm — but as it travels through the pipe and cools, it solidifies and sticks to pipe walls. Over weeks and months, this build-up narrows the pipe progressively until water can no longer pass. At that point, no amount of running hot water will shift it — it requires professional clearing.
Never pour cooking oil, fat or grease down the sink. Let it cool, pour it into a container, and put it in the bin. This one habit prevents the majority of kitchen drain blockages.
What to Do About Kitchen Grease Build-Up
If your kitchen sink is draining slowly, don't reach for chemical drain cleaners — they rarely fully remove grease and can damage pipes. The right solution is professional hydro jet cleaning, which scours the pipe walls clean. Call Jack on 0425 226 636.