Overview
- Brian Toward of retailer Wholesale Domestic warns that even small amounts of pumpkin debris can harden in pipes and trap other waste.
- Typical drain unblocking is quoted at roughly £80–£150, rising to about £300 for more severe blockages reported around Halloween.
- The mix of pumpkin pulp with fat and food residue can set like concrete, increasing the likelihood of costly repairs.
- Households are advised to use a sink strainer and put pumpkin waste in food-waste bins or compost rather than rinsing it down the sink.
- If a little pulp escapes into the drain, flushing with hot water and a small amount of washing-up liquid can help break down residue.