Should You Cover Your Sink Before Vacation? Here’s What You Need to Know

plumbing system called the P-trap. This U-shaped pipe, located beneath sinks, showers, and tubs, holds a small amount of water. That water acts as a barrier, preventing sewer gases, unpleasant smells, and even small pests from traveling back up through the drain into your home.

When you use your sinks regularly, the water in the P-trap is constantly continue reading …