An environmentally-friendly solution for sluggish drains, please?

Question

I need tips to keep my drains flowing at their full potential; they are not blocked, just sluggish and need a ...something.

I am only interested in ecological suggestions, thank you.

Answer 1

Local hardware stores sell a product called CLR power plumber- it uses pressurized air to clear the drains. They are relatively inexpensive, no chemicals and safe to use!

Answer 2

Sluggish drains can not nescessarily be caused by debris in them, but the amount of fall on the pipes when they were installed.

Answer 3

A mixture of baking soda will help, but is not very effective for eating away soap and hair , that accumulate in drains another suggestion would be a snake ,metal plumber's snake that physically pushes through the drain obstruction.

Answer 4

Draincare by Zep. It is an enzyme drain cleaner. safe for all drain systems including septic tanks. Enzyme cleaners work with bacteria that clings to and "eat" organic matter. Takes longer than caustic cleaners (overnight) but will work. Follow the directions on the label. Available at Home Centers such as Lowes and HD and many larger hardware stores. About $10 or less for a multiple use container.

Answer 5

Call a plumber.  Seriously, if stuff you poured down a drain actually worked, the plumber would show up with a bottle of it instead of a huge plumber's snake.

Probably 125.00.

Remember what I said when you try all of this and then call a plumber.

Answer 6

Soda crystals should be OK, but if you are really against chemicals you could try a kettle of boiling water once every few days. You can also buy a coiled length of wire from many DIY stores or a plunger. Another good idea is to get those plug covers with small holes to prevent hairs going down the bath/ shower plug hole and food from going down the sink one.