The Real Deal on Covering Your Sink Before Vacation

to do a few simple things. First, run water in every sink, shower, and bathtub for 10–20 seconds. This refreshes the water in the traps. Do not forget about floor drains, laundry rooms, and rarely used bathrooms. Toilets should also be flushed once.

If you will be away for a long time, it is better to close drains properly: with a standard stopper, continue reading …