Jeyes Drain Unblocker, Powerful Outdoor Cleaning Fluid, Cleans and Deodorises, 1 Litre

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Secondly, if you have UPVC pipes, pouring hot water down them may melt and soften the joints, resulting in leaks. If you do notice a bad odour from your septic tank, this suggests that the waste isn't being processed efficiently. It could be a few reasons why a smell has started happening. If the system isn't getting enough oxygen, this can lead to bacteria growth. Another common cause is contaminants such as organic materials, hygiene products, and fat/grease, being flushed through the system. If you have a smelly outside drain, it is always a good idea to call in a professional straight away. They have the knowledge of drainage systems as well as the tools to be able to both diagnose and fix the horrible smell. How to fix outdoor smelly drains yourself If hot water doesn’t work, you can try using caustic soda, also known as sodium hydroxide. This reacts with the acids in the fat to dissolve it, you only need to use a few tablespoons at a time. Whether you have a dishwasher or wash the dishes in the sink by hand, those scraps ideally need to be scraped off first, but the truth is that not everyone does this. And, even if you have a food waste bin, small food scraps still end up in your pipes.

A smelly washing machine is also a common problem. The issue most often comes from the washing machine itself rather than the drainage system. This means buying the right products and materials to help you complete the task first time and as effectively as possible. While it's unlikely that most people will have an air compressor at home, it's not impossible. However, this is another piece of equipment that needs to be used with care. Keep your sinks, showers, and tubs clean by removing any hair, debris, or food. Rinse drains thoroughly with hot water, and if they're running slow, use a drain cleaner.

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Few people do, as we are conditioned to be consumers, part of a throwaway society where convenience is the main aim. We take many things for granted until something goes wrong. And even then, it's usually someone else's fault and we find an expert to fix it. It comes in a 2-pound canister that can be used for up to 100 cleanings. For the best results, Bio-Clean recommends using it monthly as a preventative measure. If you have a particularly large clog, you may need to use multiple treatments. When used as directed, it takes care of most organic causes of clogs.

There are a few different methods that you can try before needing to call in a professional for a pump out. First, make sure that your habits aren't contributing to the problem. Only the "three Ps" should ever be flushed into a septic system. You could also add a septic tank treatment and an oxygenator to the system.

If you wash your pets in the bath you should bear in mind that they shed even more hair than we do, especially during moulting seasons. If possible, you should wash your cat, dog or rabbit outside, or cover the drain in your bath with a cloth to collect any hairs shed during washing. Secondly, when this pipe (drain) joins with other pipes from another property or home, it becomes a sewer. Thrift T-600 crystals get activated by hot water, so boil enough water and slowly pour down the drain. It's also best to avoid using them in showers or toilets where there is standing water, as there is a real risk of toxic fumes (chlorine gas) being released, especially if the drain cleaner mixes with detergents, bleach or other cleaning fluids. How Do Commercial Drain Cleaners Work?

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This article was co-authored by David Balkan and by wikiHow staff writer, Eric McClure. David Balkan is a Professional Plumber, CEO of Balkan Sewer and Water Main Service, and President of Balkan Sewer and Drain Cleaning. As a hands-on owner of these companies for over 40 years, David is knowledgeable about water service lines, sewers, and drain line issues. David is a Committee Chairman of the Master Plumbers Council and has sat on the Executive Committee of the Sub Surface Plumbers Association of New York for over 30 years. His knowledge and solution-oriented approach contributed to Balkan Sewer and Water Main Service being the largest and most trusted service in New York City and the recipient of the 2017 Angie’s List Super Service Award. Keep in mind that you will need to use the entire bottle for one application. That can get costly, so it is more economical to use it as needed rather than as a preventive solution. You should let it sit on the clog for two hours or more, depending on the severity. You may even need a second application for really stubborn issues.