Although it might seem like a quick fix, did you know that Liquid-Plumr® or Drano® can actually do more harm than good? It’s one of the biggest pet peeves of plumbers and can cost you hundreds of dollars in repairs. All Star Rooter, Sewer and Drain Cleaning in Norwalk, CT wants you to take better care of household drains, so here are a few more reasons to avoid using chemicals to unclog your pipes.

Using chemicals on your toilet bowl can actually damage your porcelain. Since the bowl fills with water and is slow to drain without repeated flushing, any chemicals you add to it will usually remain in your toilet for quite some time. Chemicals, like the ones used in popular unclogging solutions, will settle into the porcelain. They can then heat up, causing cracks in your toilet bowl. There is also a risk that the chemicals can cause a reaction and explode. Its easier and cheaper to call a licensed plumber than replace your entire commode.

Using chemicals on other drains in your household are less damaging. However, if you have PVC piping, you should use them sparingly. These chemicals will slowly eat away at your drains, eventually causing leaks or burst pipes. They can even corrode metal piping over time. If you use them and it still doesn’t resolve the issue, contact a licensed professional. Letting drain cleaner sit in your pipes for too long can cause expensive damage.

If you have a drain that just won't unclog, contact the drain and sewer cleaning experts at All Star Rooter, Sewer and Drain Cleaning today at (203) 286-4498, or visit the website to learn more about the company's cleaning services. Why risk having to re-pipe your entire home when a simple drain-snaking from a licensed professional will do?