Experts have warned that you could make an easy mistake on pancake day which may cost you £300. Although pancakes are tasty treats, the batter itself can cause serious damage to your drains if its poured down the sink.
As well as damaging your own pipes, pouring leftover pancake mix down the drain can contribute to fatbergs in sewers. This is when fat and grease combine with unflushable items .Fatbergs prevent water from flowing through, and it’s estimated that South West Water spends a huge £4.5 million every year just clearing blockages from its 17,000km sewer network.
The Rated People plumbing experts also said: “Leaking or fully burst pipes caused by increased pressure from blockages can cause damage to your property and possessions, which means fixing the broken pipework could only be part of the repair cost. What should you do with leftover pancake mixture instead? This Shrove Tuesday, Rated People plumbing professionals explain how you can save your pipes from any pancake-related problems by trying these four alternatives to pouring leftover batter down the drain:
Do not drive and eat pancake. Immediate on-the-spot £300 fine.
Actually turning on your gas to cook them