What are the differences between biodegradable and conventional drain cleaners?

• <div><p>Conventional drain cleaners, like you might buy at the grocery store, use bleach (sodium hydroxide) as the main ingredient. On the contrary, biodegradable drain cleaners use gentler ingredients such as baking soda, vinegar, and boiling water to clear out drains. </p><p>Bleach is extremely corrosive and releases harmful gasses—hence the need for wearing safety protections like rubber gloves, eye goggles, face masks, and long sleeves and properly ventilating the room while using bleach. Biodegradable cleaners, however, don’t use bleach. Therefore they are safer to use, especially if you have a house full of children.</p></div>

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Q: Do pop-up drains get clogged?

• <div><p>Yes, pop-up drains commonly get clogged with hair, soap scum, and toothpaste. It is important to know how to properly clean the drain or get professional help to ensure it remains clear and can drain water effectively. </p></div>

Q: Is it OK to use a drain auger on a toilet?

• <div><p>It is okay to use a drain auger on a toilet, just make sure you are using the correct tip size. The auger is a plumbing snake with a protective sleeve to protect the porcelain toilet bowl from getting scratched. Using too large of an auger can cause the snake to loop back and damage the inside of the drain and plumbing.</p></div>

Q: How does an air gap get clogged?

• <div><p>Air gaps get clogged by a few different means. Over time, food and grime can collect in the air gap, leading to a blockage. Mineral deposits from hard water are a common problem. Mineral buildup creates a film in the air gap and tubing, which can cause flow issues, as well as attract debris. Homeowners with hard water may want to remove mineral deposits regularly to keep the air gap clean and clear.</p></div>

Q: Can you dissolve hair in a drain?

• <div><p>It might be possible to dissolve hair caught in a drain, but it&rsquo;s usually not a good way to go about clearing the clog. Some sources mention that baking soda and vinegar can do the trick, but this won&rsquo;t actually dissolve the hair. The hydrochloric acid in drain cleaners can dissolve the hair over time, but it will much more quickly destroy your plumbing pipes and leave you with bigger issues. The best way to remove hair is to do it manually with a drain snake or to have a plumber use an auger to pull clogs out.</p></div>

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Last update on November 03, 2025

Reviewed in July 2024
Shannon did an outstanding job, he was brought on for one job and I hired him to complete a total of 3 for me. Site prep, land clearing, irrigation/french drain, and grading. Excellent communication and great quality of work. Highly recommend him to anyone needing his services.
Superior Services Contracting LLC
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Reviewed in January 2023
Had to do a complete repipe of a 2-story, 3 bathroom home. Lots of choices for this work in Orange County; my criteria for making a choice included high quality work and timeliness as well as plumbing prowess and cost. Drain Town Rooter has good documented performance on the internet and a...
Drain Town Rooter
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Reviewed in April 2016
Jason McGee of Robinsnest Landscape Services is one of a half dozen licensed and approved contractors for septic installation in Clallam county. I sent requests for bid to a half dozen contractors in the Sequim area, 3 responded, and only Jason took the initiative to call me in response to my...
Robinsnest Landscaping Services Inc
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Reviewed in October 2015
Patrick used process of elimination to determine that no major leaks were from pipes and drains in upstairs bathroom. He checked the grout and area where tub meets floor and found cracks in grout around tub and tile and holes in sealant between tub and floor.
Day Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in September 2015
This is the second time we have used them. The first time was just for a simple haul away of tree trimmings. After having a new wall installed in spring, we didn't know that those contractors had removed a French drain, and when we called them, they were very unresponsive. We didn't realize...
Lebon Lawn Service
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Reviewed in July 2015
Totally professional company. Same day service, even though it wasn't an emergency. The first plumber arrived, sized up the situation and went back to the shop for equipment and help. The tub drain was backing up and leaking under the bathroom sink. We needed the drain pipes cleaned, and...
Angeles Plumbing
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Reviewed in February 2014
We had scheduled an appointment to have our septic tank drained. The technician came to our house, he had to walk up our driveway. He was not able to get his truck up our ice covered driveway. We had uncovered the tank and the tech did open the tank and determined we could wait until Spring to...
Busscher's Septic Tank & Excavating Service, Inc
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Reviewed in July 2013
shower drain in master br.was not hookedup dumping water in to crawlspace under home,valve in main bath was not properly installed allowing only cold water to shower,all sinks installed using silcone to seal drain,white silcone bead applied between sink and brown tile counter top bleeding into...
Silverdale Plumbing & Heating Inc
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Reviewed in September 2008
We had water coming into the middle of the house due to having received 9" of water in about 4 or 5 hours. The service man told us that we, undoubtedly, had serious cracks in the foundation, and that the best way to fix the problem would be to install a French drain. This would entail tearing up...
Michael & Son Svc Inc
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Kettle River Plumbing & Drain

1159 Customs Rd

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Kettle River Plumbing & Drain

1159 Customs Rd

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8 years of experience

Veteran owned and operated, Lic# KETTLRP831LR Service and New Construction, 24 hours a day 365 days a year, accepts checks, cash, or credit card 10% off veterans and law enforcement

Delta Van Lines Inc

2221 Forsyth Rd

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Delta Van Lines Inc

2221 Forsyth Rd

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Customers say: Super punctual

26 years of experience

Delta Van Lines one of the most trusted Nationwide movers provides the first-class treatment that your belongings deserve. Our moving company offers a variety of moving services that can be customized based on your specific requirements. Are you looking for a local or state-to-state moving solution? Choose Delta Van Lines to ensure your moving experience is absolutely smooth and free from any kind of stress or confusion. If you are looking for someone to facilitate a residential or corporate relocation or a local or long distance move, Delta Van Lines is the name you can count on for impeccable quality of moving services Here at Delta Van Lines, customer satisfaction is our number one priority. We look forward to assisting you with all your moving needs! Call us today for a free quote at 800-544-1380

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GARY'S PLUMBING INC

3240 E Highway 101

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GARY'S PLUMBING INC

3240 E Highway 101

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Welcome to Gary's Plumbing! We are a full service plumbing company offering complete new construction plumbing, remodeling, or repairs. No job is too big or too small for us. Some of the services we offer are * Sewer and Drain Line Installations * Jetters * Sewer Camera * Sewer Line Locating * Leak Locating * Water Heaters * Built In Vacuums For all your plumbing needs, give us a call today!

great northern plumbing service

14865 Chumstick Hwy

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great northern plumbing service

14865 Chumstick Hwy

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12 years of experience

use flat rate pricing for service work. pricing for construction estimated by fixture count for waste and water piping. fixture installation extra. 20 years experience. wa state liscensed journeyman.

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Taylor Plumbing & Water Conditioning Inc.

141 Loomis Rd.

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Taylor Plumbing & Water Conditioning Inc.

141 Loomis Rd.

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15 years of experience

Taylor Plumbing is a diverse company! We do small jobs such as service and repair and commercial construction.

JBC Group Solutions Inc

PO Box 496

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JBC Group Solutions Inc

PO Box 496

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Customers say: Quality work

18 years of experience

1-888-JBC-ON-TIME (888-522-6684). 26 employees in Portland area. No subs used. Payment may be made via PayPal.

A-1 Energy Efficiency Consulting

4215 26th Ave SW

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A-1 Energy Efficiency Consulting

4215 26th Ave SW

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14 years of experience

I am a Certified in Energy Efficiency,Renewable Energy and Green building Construction through Edmond's community college. Energy Star Partner. Additional email - [email protected].

Allied Plumbing And Pumps

2131 N Wenatchee Ave

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Allied Plumbing And Pumps

2131 N Wenatchee Ave

4.81(

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

Family owned and operating since 2009, Allied Plumbing & Pumps is a full service plumbing company serving North-Central Washington. We are here for you when you are in need of a professional, trusting technician to repair any issue your home may encounter. We are a local family who believes with honesty, integrity, respect and expertise we can make every new customer a life long customer. We are conveniently open and fully staffed, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call us today to hear about our first time customer specials!

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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Yes, pop-up drains commonly get clogged with hair, soap scum, and toothpaste. It is important to know how to properly clean the drain or get professional help to ensure it remains clear and can drain water effectively.

Conventional drain cleaners, like you might buy at the grocery store, use bleach (sodium hydroxide) as the main ingredient. On the contrary, biodegradable drain cleaners use gentler ingredients such as baking soda, vinegar, and boiling water to clear out drains.

Bleach is extremely corrosive and releases harmful gasses—hence the need for wearing safety protections like rubber gloves, eye goggles, face masks, and long sleeves and properly ventilating the room while using bleach. Biodegradable cleaners, however, don’t use bleach. Therefore they are safer to use, especially if you have a house full of children.

It is okay to use a drain auger on a toilet, just make sure you are using the correct tip size. The auger is a plumbing snake with a protective sleeve to protect the porcelain toilet bowl from getting scratched. Using too large of an auger can cause the snake to loop back and damage the inside of the drain and plumbing.

Air gaps get clogged by a few different means. Over time, food and grime can collect in the air gap, leading to a blockage. Mineral deposits from hard water are a common problem. Mineral buildup creates a film in the air gap and tubing, which can cause flow issues, as well as attract debris. Homeowners with hard water may want to remove mineral deposits regularly to keep the air gap clean and clear.

It might be possible to dissolve hair caught in a drain, but it’s usually not a good way to go about clearing the clog. Some sources mention that baking soda and vinegar can do the trick, but this won’t actually dissolve the hair. The hydrochloric acid in drain cleaners can dissolve the hair over time, but it will much more quickly destroy your plumbing pipes and leave you with bigger issues. The best way to remove hair is to do it manually with a drain snake or to have a plumber use an auger to pull clogs out.

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