Will, i.e., 'Liquid Plumber' damage my garbage disposal in any way?

Question

The drain seems stopped up in the trap below the garbage disposal? The disposal runs, but the water does not go down.

Will caustic chemicals hurt the rubber or mechanics of my garbage disposal? Thanks!

Answer 1

your best bet is to disconnect the drain pipe from the disposal to the wall and clear the clog. then re-connect the pipes. if the pipes under the sink are chrome looking, be carefull not to break the pipes. also, put a drain pan under the sink before you loosen the pipes so you don't make a mess.

Answer 2

NO IT WONT HURT YOUR DISP. AND ALSO WONT CLEAR MOST BACK/UPS

BUT IT WILL LEAVE A FUNKY SMELL IN YOUR HOME.

Answer 3

most chemicals on the market will not clear drains properly - a drain cleaner and or plumber is truly the best way to fix any drain issues - i would be more concerned on your sink draining versus damage to the disposer - most disposers have metal inner components that rust as it is, a non draining drain will not help the disposer out -

Answer 4

No.

It will damage a stainless steel sink though.

But 'Luquid Plumber' isn't that good.

What is available at plumbing wholesale houses is.

Thrift brand cleaner, is some wicked cleaner.

Answer 5

FIRST ~~~~> READ THE DRAIN CLEANER'S LABEL!!

generally liquid drain cleaners say not to use them in a disposal!!

the "ONLY" time i recommend liquid drain openers is when the drain slows a bit.  once stopped, DO NOT USE THEM!