Does Anyone Know Of A Non-Chemical Product To Clear Clogged Drains ?

Question

We have a septic-system and I don't like to use chemicals if I don't have to . Are there any natural products that will clear a drain ?

Answer 1

The RidX is good for maintaining your septic and the snake works fairly well if your clog isn't too far into the pipes. Also I have used the 'Blast' but it only works if the clog is close to the drain. I don't have much of a problem since we switched to Dawn Dish Detergent. I am not sure why that helps but it does. I guess once you get it cleared you can be pro active and use the Dawn. Good Luck, Earnest.

Answer 2

1. A Plunger if it is an easy clog in the drain pipe.

2. A rooter or snake if it is a clog in the drain pipe.

3. A plumber for clogs you can't free up.

4. Since it is a septic tank system, sometimes they build up too much solid waste and need to be pumped out. Check the phone book for such a service. It is a dirty job but someone has to do it!

5. Septic tanks rely on bacteria and enzymes to liquify the solid wastes. Chemicals such as "Bleach" used in laundry kill the bacteria and allow the solids to build up. You can pick up a can of "enzymes/bacteria" at most hardware stores, Lowes, Home Depot, etc. You just flush it down the toilet about once a month.

Answer 3

You could purchase a handheld snake. I agree that you should not use chemical drain cleaners with a septic system (actually not ever). You can buy enzyme drain cleaners that are safe for septics. They work in the same way your septic does. They cling to a clog and eat organic blockages. I prefer DrainCare by Zep but there are other brands.

Answer 4

Rid-X it is a natural bacterial enzyme go to www.rid-x.com My grandmother uses fresh baking soda in her drains. The release of CO 2 is like cleaning a stain with peroxide. Peroxide works too. You can also have your drains "snaked out" it's expensive they make them small for sinks. Drains hold organic material so on the Ph scale anything extremely basic breaks it down(chlorine) but bleach kills the bacteria you desperately need in the septic tank. Simple green cleaner is non-toxic and one heck of a degreaser. But Rid-X is the best for non chemical and helps maintain the tank too

Answer 5

What a good question! I happen to work at a Wild Oats Market. (Actually, today is my last day, but that's beside the point.:)) I know that at one point we sold a product that consisted of enzymes that was supposed to help clear clogged drains. Call your nearest natural foods grocery store, since they may be able to point you in the right direction. Good luck!:)

Answer 6

Yes Earnest.

Your nearest place to get something like that is Home Depot, Lowes or any other home improvement/hardware store.

You can buy the stuff by the gallons. It's an enzyme and bacteria based solution that "digests" solid waste. I've used it for years with pretty good results. It's great for maintaining your systems.

There several different brands to choose from. Just go to the plumbing section, it isn't that hard to find.

Answer 7

I usually take 1/2 cup of baking soda with 1/2 salt (abrasive) and pour it down the sink. Then I boil some hot water and pour that in right after it, its always worked like a charm.

Answer 8

I don't recall the brand name but supermarkets are carrying a drain cleaner that's using compressed air to blast clogs out.

Answer 9

Try vinegar & baking soda. Mix equal parts (about a cup each) with water & pour in drain.

Answer 10

Baking Sosa & Vinegar.