{"id":3220,"date":"2022-10-13T17:14:33","date_gmt":"2022-10-13T06:44:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/103.26.236.132\/~staqdevc\/?p=3220"},"modified":"2022-10-13T17:14:33","modified_gmt":"2022-10-13T06:44:33","slug":"why-not-to-use-chemical-drain-cleaners-to-clear-blocked-drains","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/103.26.236.132\/~staqdevc\/why-not-to-use-chemical-drain-cleaners-to-clear-blocked-drains\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Not To Use Chemical Drain Cleaners To Clear Blocked Drains"},"content":{"rendered":"

Most homeowners completely forget about their drains until something goes wrong. With drains it is either bad smells, clogs, or stubborn blockages.<\/span><\/p>\n

There are also several drain cleaning products on the market, but we do not recommend using any as harsh chemicals can cause more harm to your plumbing (and the environment) and may still not be able to get rid of the problem. Many of these chemicals may clear the initial blocked drain<\/a><\/strong> and smelly drain problem but few will stop it from returning. <\/span>Most store cleaners have active ingredients that are harmful toxins and are not good for the environment or your health. <\/span>Drain issues are caused by numerous issues and only a professional can truly inspect, detect, and fix the real cause of the problem. Different issues require different solutions and simply pouring a chemical cleaner down your sink or shower won’t solve the problem for good.<\/span><\/p>\n

Chemical Drain Cleaner Damage<\/b><\/h2>\n

There are a variety of chemicals that brand name drain cleaners use in their solution. <\/span>Drain cleaning solutions available over the counter at hardware stores can be extremely harsh and potentially dangerous to use in drains and pipes as <\/span>these chemicals are caustic or oxidizing, which means that long-term use can damage your pipes<\/span>. Some of these chemicals may be effective in clearing small clogs but could have a harmful effect on your drains. <\/span>If you have an older plumbing system, drain cleaners can cause degradation and may result in pipe damage.<\/span> Pipes may begin to crack or develop leaks that require further repairs and expensive replacement. <\/span>Furthermore, chemical drain cleaners are toxic and dangerous to wildlife and a risk to the safety of our water supply. <\/span>\u00a0Instead, count on a reliable local plumber for clearing your drains<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Tips To Keep Your Drains Clean<\/b><\/h2>\n
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  1. Don’t wait for warning signs to show up before you take any action to keep your drains clear or maintain their optimum health. When the chance of something besides water going down the drain is minimal it inevitably drastically reduces the chances of having any blockages.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Objects that don’t belong in drains but still get flushed will cause clogs quickly and eventually lead to severe blockages. Dispose of toiletries in the bin and keep an eye on small children so you can save your drains from unwanted foreign objects and subsequent blockages.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Save yourself the hassle of needing to thoroughly clean the drains every now and then by installing a mesh screen over the opening of your shower or bath drain and a strainer over your kitchen sink. Mesh screen will be effective in catching any loose hair, debris and scum that would normally fall into your shower drain.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Instead of letting loose hair fall and collect into the shower drain causing clogs and blockages, brush your hair before a bath or shower to remove most loose hairs before they end up down the drain.<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Make sure that excess fat from cooking ends up in a container rather than down the drain where it can form deep clogs and blockages mixed with other food particles and debris.<\/span><\/li>\n
  6. Don’t forget your pet’s hair has the same effect on your drains as your own hair. It is highly recommended to wash your dog, cat, or rabbit outside or cover the shower\/bath drain with a cloth to collect any hairs shed during washing.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Get Your Drains Cleaned By Adelaide Plumbing Experts<\/b><\/h3>\n

    Drainage systems can fail unexpectedly and cause undue stress and mess. Attempting to deep clean your drains can be tricky and a time-consuming exercise and if you ever find yourself in an Adelaide blocked drain scenario, fret not. Horncastle Plumbing\u2019s<\/strong> professional Adelaide plumbers<\/a> have the tools and expertise necessary to give your drains a thorough, deep cleaning and skilfully repair any drain issues that you might have. Our Adelaide blocked drain<\/strong><\/a> plumbing services do not require any unnecessary digging or excavation, saving you time, money, and worry. Call us on 8271 0664 to learn more.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Most homeowners completely forget about their drains until something goes wrong. With drains it is either bad smells, clogs, or stubborn blockages. There are also several drain cleaning products on the market, but we do not recommend using any as harsh chemicals can cause more harm to your plumbing (and the environment) and may still…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":715,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[11,17,10,36],"yoast_head":"\nWhy Not To Use Chemical Drain Cleaners To Clear Blocked Drains - Horncastle Plumbing<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Most homeowners completely forget about their drains until something goes wrong. 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