Beware of Chemical Drain Cleaners!
What Chemical Drain Cleaners can do to your Pipes!
If you have a clogged drain, clearing it up is your primary concern. You may reach for over-the-counter and cheap drain cleaners thinking they’re all the same. In reality, many of these products are not only ineffective, but some can actually cause damage to your pipes.
TYPES OF DRAIN CLEANERS
Lye-based products – These are the most common drain cleaning liquids, but they are only effective if the clog is very close to the drain and comprised of hair or soap scum. For other clogs like foreign objects, lye based products simply won’t cut it.
Sulfuric Acid – This is the active ingredient in so-called heavy duty drain cleaners but they have the same limitations as lye-based solutions. Additionally, these types of cleaners are extremely harmful to humans and can even erode the plumbing itself.
Bio-based products – Unlike their chemical heavy counterparts, bio-based cleaners such as the ones used by Green Plumbers USA, are much safer to use and can be effective in maintaining your drain health. While still not powerful enough for extreme circumstances, these cleaners have live harmless bacteria that help break down waste to speed up a slow moving drain.
USE A SAFE DRAIN CLEANER
If you do decide to use drain cleaning liquid, make sure to pick one that is safe for the environment, your family and your pipes. Green plumbing products have proven themselves more effective than their chemical counterparts, and periodic use of bio-based cleaners can help you keep your plumbing healthy.
As with many things, you get what you pay for with chemical drain cleaners. An attractive price tag often hides an ineffective product with a low strength chemical mixture or unstable combinations of substances. You may actually spend more when you buy a discount brand product, as you’ll probably have to use many applications of it before you see results. It’s better to choose a mid- to high-priced product with a recognizable name and reputation for quality. An even better idea? Having a professional drain cleaner inspect your piping using video equipment is the best way to pinpoint the source of your clog to repair it effectively. Here at Daniels Plumbing, we strive to take the stress out of calling a plumber. We will come out FOR to take a look at your problem. We’ll give you a courtesy call when the plumber is on the way. We’re available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with NO AFTER HOURS FEES! If you are looking for a plumber in The Woodlands, Tomball, Spring or surrounding areas call us at (281) 351-6661 or contact us online to get your plumbing problem taken care of quickly. We have 24 hour service 7 days a week and there are no special charges for after- hours calls.