2 Simple Solutions to Clean Your Drains

Do you feel like you’ve tried every drain cleaner at the supermarket to unclog your bathroom sink drain? It’s easy to believe that this is the only way to fix the problem.

But the fact is, off-the-shelf drain cleaners can be more harmful than you might think. These types of cleaners can corrode your pipes and even cause cracks or leaks.

In this article, we’ll walk you through 2 better solutions for cleaning your drains, so you can avoid a broken pipe leaking all over your floor.

Start with a Mixture of Common Kitchen Ingredients

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This recipe can be made with household items and is much safer than supermarket solutions.

1 cup of baking soda down your drain, followed by
1 cup of vinegar
Plug or cover the drain for 20 minutes or until the bubbles die down
Flush the drain with 4-6 cups of boiling water

Just like a 3rd grade volcano science project, the baking soda and vinegar will react and bubble. This is a simple, environmentally friendly way to clear your drain,without damaging your pipes, and can be repeated multiple times if needed.

Testing Drain Cleaners

Click this link for a video testing different drain cleaners.

Need Something Stronger? BioOne to the Rescue

The best and safest drain cleaning product is called BioOne. It’s perfect because it eats away at stubborn clogs better than anything else and doesn’t harm your pipes.

Chemical cleaners run down your drain and carve a channel along the bottom of your pipes. BioOne, on the other hand, uses natural bacteria that attacks hair, grease and buildups in your drain and thoroughly clears them, while leaving your pipes alone.

We highly recommend BioOne or products like this to clear clogs and keep your drains clean long term.

How to Fix a Slow Bathtub Drain

Click this link for a video showing you how to fix it yourself as part of our Do It Yourself series.

And If It's Still Give You Trouble, You Can Always Call For Help

When you’re dealing with a sink or other drain backing up, it can be useful to understand your options. The 2 solutions in this article are perfect when you want to try something on your own.

We hope that following these tips can help get your drains running the way they should again. If you’re still having trouble with your drains, Any Hour Services would be happy to help. One of our drain technicians can work with you to find the best fit for you and your home. You can give us a call or schedule an appointment online.

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