Plumber Reveals Which Creatures Are Capable Of Coming Up A Toilet
Many people are unaware that certain creatures are capable of entering a toilet from the plumbing system, an unsettling fact that plumbers often encounter during their work.......CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE>>>>>
These creatures are able to make their way into homes through the pipes, and while some may be harmless, others can pose serious health risks. Here are a few creatures that plumbers warn can come up through a toilet:
1. Rats: Perhaps the most notorious of all creatures to invade through plumbing, rats can travel through sewers and enter homes via toilet pipes. This is more common in areas with poor sanitation or older plumbing systems. Rats are notorious for carrying diseases like leptospirosis, which can pose significant health threats.
2. Snakes: In certain parts of the world, particularly in areas where there are large sewer systems or dense vegetation near water sources, snakes can make their way through the pipes. A snake might enter the plumbing from nearby streams, rivers, or even sewer systems, potentially entering a home’s toilet, especially in areas like the southern U.S. or tropical regions.
3. Insects: Cockroaches, drain flies, and other insects are common pests that often use pipes as a route into homes. These creatures can live in the moist, warm environments of the plumbing system, eventually making their way into toilets or sinks.
4. Fish: In some unusual cases, fish can be flushed into the plumbing system, especially in regions with interconnected waterways. Though rare, it’s not entirely out of the question for a fish to pop up in a toilet if the pipes are linked to a waterway where fish are present.
5. Frogs: Frogs are also capable of making their way into plumbing systems, especially if there are large bodies of water near homes. They can squeeze through gaps or cracks in older plumbing and may appear in toilets as a result. While harmless, frogs are a startling sight in the bathroom.
To avoid these unwelcome visitors, plumbers recommend regular inspection and maintenance of plumbing systems, proper sealing of drains, and ensuring there are no cracks or open pipes that creatures could potentially use to enter a home.
Additionally, homeowners should be cautious about what gets flushed down toilets and ensure that nothing is entering the system that could potentially attract or allow creatures to gain access. While these occurrences are rare, it’s a reminder that plumbing systems, though typically reliable, can sometimes be gateways for much more than water.