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When you have a clogged drain, it\u2019s very easy to look for a quick fix and hope for the best. Sometimes, that quick fix works in the moment\u2014but the question is, will the solution last?<\/p>\nWhen you have a clogged drain, it\u2019s very easy to look for a quick fix and hope for the best. Sometimes, that quick fix works in the moment\u2014but the question is, will the solution last?<\/p>\n
There are times when a little DIY work around the home can quickly resolve an issue. But then there are other times when it\u2019s better to leave the job to a pro. Drain clogs really can fall into either category. DIY attempts like using a plunger to release a superficial clog are okay, but if your choice is to use chemical, store-bought drain cleaning, we\u2019d have to advise you to forgo the DIY method. Read on to learn why!<\/p>\n
First off, you should know that the chemical drain cleaners you get at the store are strongly discouraged by most reputable plumbers. While we\u2019re not opposed to DIY methods to clean a smelly <\/em>sink drain, for actual clogs you\u2019ll need something different.<\/p>\n The chemicals that \u201celiminate\u201d clogs are only formulated to dissolve certain kinds <\/em>of clogs, first off. They can actually push clogs further down your drainpipes. Even worse, they damage the lining of your pipes and can lead to their early demise. And we haven\u2019t even mentioned how they can be toxic to your pets or children!<\/p>\n We typically recommend trying a plunger if a single drain is superficially clogged. Remember, you might have to use some force, get a really good seal, and keep trying a few dozen times. But this simply can\u2019t work every time.<\/p>\n The source of the clog might be firmly lodged in the drain, and further from the drain opener than the force from a plunger can reach. At this point, you\u2019ll need a professional with the right tools to relieve and actually eliminate your clog.<\/p>\n You can find a basic hand-cranked drain snake at your local hardware store. But even this might not be enough to reach and remove your clog. It may not be strong enough to push through <\/em>a clog to pull it back out.<\/p>\n Professional drain snake augers are typically motorized, meaning they can push through just about any clog with greater force. Many of these professional-grade drain snakes even have rotating heads that can cut through tree roots.<\/p>\n Hydro-jetting is another drain cleaning method we employ. It involves the use of an omnidirectional auger that sprays high-pressured water out to get rid of the worst types of clogs. It can even prevent clogs from forming again.<\/p>\n Professional methods are better because they\u2019re long-lasting. Where you can likely get by with professional drain cleaning once a year\u2014as long as you take care of your plumbing system\u2014you\u2019ll find that you\u2019d have to use chemical drain cleaners every few months when the clog just builds back up. And in the meantime, those chemicals will eat away at and corrode your plumbing system.<\/p>\n Established in 1912,\u00a0Max Sr & Paul Schoenwalder Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning, A Corp.<\/a>\u00a0is your trusted resource for reliable\u00a0drain cleaning in Union, NJ<\/a>. Reach out to us today.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" DIY attempts like using a plunger to release a superficial clog are okay, but if your choice is to use chemical, store-bought drain cleaning, we\u2019d have to advise you to forgo the DIY method. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[72],"tags":[46,88],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/991"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=991"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/991\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":994,"href":"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/991\/revisions\/994"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=991"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=991"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=991"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}When Plungers Aren\u2019t the Answer Either<\/h2>\n
Using a Professional Drain Snake<\/h2>\n
The Power of Hydro-Jetting<\/h2>\n