It’s recommended to deep clean your kitchen , bathroom and laundry sinks once a month , as lurking down in the drain is a build-up of grease , soap scum , food scraps , hair , and other particles breeding nasty bacteria . Ignoring the issue will not only cause a nose-pinching odor but serious blockages will require expensive plumbing repair . When the inevitable repairs are needed, call West Michigan Septic Sewer & Drain Service for all you drain and septic needs . Here are 4 Tips to Taking Care Your Sink & Tub in Muskegon, Michigan . 1. Natural Way If it's just soap or fat you could try to unblock it with boiling water, but be careful not to burn yourself or melt the sink seal. Using natural enzymes is also a good place to start, so in the following order try putting 1/2 cup salt, 1/2 cup bi-carb, 1 cup of vinegar and 1 cup hot water. This method is perfectly harmless for you, the sink, pipes, and the environment and can be repeated as ofte...