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Drain cleaners – can they cause long-term damage?
There’s nothing worse that turning on your sink, only to notice that it’s filling up faster than it’s draining. Or worse, to find out it’s not draining at all.
We’ve heard a lot of wives tales about how to clear this up, and we’ve also heard a lot of horror stories. So, what do you do? Are drain cleaners safe? Do you call a plumber?Drain cleaners in general are made of a chemical or enzyme based formula - which work to eat away at clogs. In the process these clearing formulas often sit against your pipes, creating heat and gases and possible eating away at them too.There isn’t a one-size fits all approach to at home drain cleaners because not every home, pipe system or clog is the same. The majority of problems occur when homeowners use drain cleaners repeatedly or frequently on a reoccurring issue.We recommend trying natural methods to clear out any simple clogs (good ‘ol baking soda and vinegar can sometimes do the trick), if it’s your first time and you’re confident your pipes are in good condition, go ahead and try a drain cleaner. If you’re still experiencing problems after that – it’s time to give us a call at (970) 221-1274. You can also visit our website at http://www.apexrooterandplumbing.com/./>
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