Most homeowners think of clogged drains as a year-round nuisance — but winter is actually one of the worst times for plumbing blockages. Between holiday cooking, heavy water usage, and cold temperatures, your drains go through more abuse than you realize.
At Silver Monkey Plumbing, we handle a flood of winter drain calls every year across the Denver Metro Area, and here’s why.
🍗 1. Holiday Cooking and Grease Buildup
When you pour cooking grease, oil, or food scraps down the sink, they harden as they cool — and in cold weather, they harden even faster. Over time, this builds up inside your pipes, narrowing the flow and eventually creating a total clog.
Pro Tip: Always pour grease into a container and throw it away instead of rinsing it down your sink.
🧊 2. Frozen Drain Lines and Traps
Denver’s frigid nights can cause moisture in outdoor or underfloor drain lines to freeze. This slows or blocks drainage entirely. If you notice gurgling sounds or slow drains after a freeze, it could be partially iced pipes — and that’s a job for Silver Monkey Plumbing.
🧽 3. Heavier Household Use
With everyone staying indoors, showers, dishwashers, and washing machines all work overtime. More water use = more debris buildup = more chance for clogs.
🛠️ How to Fix and Prevent Winter Drain Clogs
Don’t pour grease or coffee grounds down drains.
Use drain strainers to catch food and hair.
Run hot water regularly to flush lines.
Schedule a hydro jetting service before or after the holidays.
Our team offers professional drain cleaning and hydro jetting services that completely clear your pipes — without harsh chemicals or damage.
🌆 Serving the Entire Denver Metro
Whether you’re in Centennial, Highlands Ranch, Englewood, or Aurora, Silver Monkey Plumbing is your go-to for fast, reliable drain cleaning this winter.
🐒💧 Don’t let a slow drain turn into a frozen flood. Call Silver Monkey Plumbing today — Denver’s friendliest winter plumbing pros!
