The Truth About Green Drain Cleaners

The buzz word these days is “green” which means that we're all looking for new and different ways to make our world a better, safer place for the next generations. And we can start saving the planet simply by changing the cleaners and chemicals we use around the house... most of the time.

Green drain cleaners. Seems like this is either a really great idea or a terrible one. So let's take a peek into environmentally friendly green drain cleaners along with some do-it-yourself ways to clear a nasty  clogged drain.

How Do Green Drain Cleaners Work?

It's safe to say that using enzymatic drain cleaners to bust clogs is a safer, more eco-friendly way to clean your drains. These green drain cleaners use either enzymes or bacteria that naturally feast upon organic waste; such as the things you'd find in your clogged drain (hair and food). These microscopic organisms work by digesting the waste in your clogged drain WHILE reproducing, which means that these helpful bacterial then spread throughout our pipes to continue their work. Originally, in fact, these enzymatic drain cleaners were used to keep septic tanks and water treatment facilities.

What Are The Disadvantages Of Green Drain Cleaners?

While green drain cleaners are much more environmentally friendly, these drain cleaners do come with some disadvantages. Many stores don't sell these types of cleaners, which means you may have to special order them from the Internet. Also, these green drain cleaners don't work as quickly as their chemical counterparts – it can take many hours to clear a clogged drain using these environmentally friendly cleaners. The last downside is that these green cleaners may not last as long as their chemical counterparts, which means that you shouldn't buy them in bulk.

DIY Drain Cleaners:

Because the world is full of people who love to tinker around with homemade items, drain cleaners are no different. And there are types of drain cleaners you can make using ordinary household products. These include:

Take half a cup of baking soda and dump it down the clogged drain. Take half a cup of vinegar and pour it down the drain, too. Wait about fifteen minutes, then pour hot tap water down the drain.

Take half a cup of salt, half a cup of baking soda and pour the mixture into the drain. Flush with hot water.

Mix together equal parts of salt, baking soda, and vinegar and pour it down your clogged drain. Wait about an hour, then pour hot water down the drain.

And if none of these eco-friendly tips and tricks manage to bust up your clogged sink? Don't hesitate to call a professional plumbers in Atalnta.