Are Chemical Drain Cleaners Dangerous?

Chemical drain cleaners may seem like a quick, easy fix for your clogged drain, but think again. The reality is, these toxic cleaners are bad news all around: for your pipes, your health, and the environment.

They're bad for your pipes:

Chemical drain cleaners are very corrosive—that's why they work so well on clogs! But unfortunately, that's also why they can be so bad for your pipes. These chemicals are designed to eat through anything in their path—and that includes the material inside your pipes. And when you use chemical cleaners frequently, you're basically setting yourself up for even more plumbing problems down the road as the material inside of your pipes deteriorates until it needs to be replaced.

They're bad for you:

Drain cleaners are very toxic—to humans as well as pets. If you ever look at the back of a drain cleaner product, you'll notice at least three warning labels. These chemicals can cause injury or even death if they come into contact with skin or get inhaled.

Instead of using chemical drain cleaners to treat a stubborn clog, call Atlantic Plumbing Services. We'll send a professional plumber to help resolve your issue without using harsh chemicals that could damage your pipes and make your family sick!