Understanding the Risks of Drain Cleaners

by Civic Plumbing Sydney Professional Plumber The use of chemical drain cleaners is very popular among homeowners. Whenever there is a slow drain or a clogged sewer line, most people do not initially seek the help of a professional plumber. They try to get rid of the clog by themselves using the cheap cleaners readily available in the market. For minor clogs, this would help but oftentimes many people end up paying more as the problem gets worse.

A quick fix at times works and definitely saves money, time and energy. In most instances, a plumbing solution requires the expertise of a licensed plumber. By doing so, this reduces injury to the household’s plumbing system and environmental impact to the community.

Most homemade drain cleaning substances have high sulphuric or hydrochloric content that may be harmful to the plumbing system.

Safety first

Reputable plumbers are aware about the right chemical drain cleaning solutions in the market. They know what‘s appropriate and what will be risky to the household pipes and the environment.

Handling of the chemicals must be properly managed. This starts with the eyes. Wear a protective gear. Another option is using a face shield against drain cleaning chemicals. Many recognized plumbers use face shields as an added protection with less sweat dripping compared to safety glasses. Also, a homeowner’s hands will be in direct contact with the sewer so quality nitrile gloves are needed. Avoid replacing them with cheap gloves that may be risky and cause an injury. When using a mechanical drain cleaning machine, it is suggested to use stainless steel staple with heavy leather gloves to reduce the risk of potential injury when the glove entangles in the drain cleaning machine.

Use of acids

Many believe that the use of acids is highly recommended when cleaning drain clogs in a plumbing system.  But the truth is, it is not good to employ an acid of any concentration into a drain line. Acids, even in very light concentrations, are risky for the skin, eyes or lungs. Also, acids may be detrimental to drain pipes, except when the drain pipe is glass in a hospital or lab setting. Acid scan easily damage any rubber or other soft components down the plumbing line.

Acids not properly used in a plumbing drain line could be muriatic, sulphuric or hydrochloric acids.  All are risky and when exposed to them may put the victim to the emergency room for cleansing and treatment.

Merely purchasing over-the-counter acids and drain cleaning products from a store is not good for the environment and may not work. It is difficult to predict what chemical reaction might occur when using these products into a plumbing system.

For plumbing concerns regarding drain cleaners, it is always good to consult a plumbing professional to get your concern diagnosed properly and on time. This saves you time and money in the long run.

Civic Plumbing Sydney is one of the most popular emergency plumbers in Sydney servicing the suburbs for over 20 years. It charges by each job, not by the hour. Their prices are provided before they commence work. Their emergency plumber Sydney has the required experience and skills to deliver quality work. They deal with all plumbing issues with utmost care providing customer satisfaction, from a leaky tap or a blocked drain to a major construction.

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