How to Choose the Best Drain Clog Products and Services

When clogs, odors, and slow draining begin to happen in your home or business, you will require either an excellent drain cleaning product or possibly a professional service. These products and services are designed to rid you of these pesky problems and get your drain working like new again. If you have tried other products and services with no luck, it's time to give these a try. The top 3 drain cleaning products and services include Drano Professional Strength, Pure Lye Drain Opener, and Roto-Rooter. If you are having issues, you should give one of these options a try depending on the severity of the drain problem. If you have already tried some products, you should try Roto Rooter's service.

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  1. Which of these options is the best for a slow drain?
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    The Drano Professional Strength drain cleaner is the perfect option for a slow drain. Simply follow the directions on the bottle and wait the specified amount of time. Your drain should work as it did originally.

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  2. Can you use the products on a toilet clog?
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    The Pure Lye product is great for unclogging your toilet. Be very cautious when using this product, however, because it can be very dangerous if misused. If you can't unclog a toilet with this product, it is time to call Roto-Rooter. 

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  3. Does the drain cleaning service offer a free estimate?
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    Roto-Rooter is a professional, national company that is happy to provide their customers with a free estimate of their services. This helps you decide if you want to use their services to unclog your drain. Simply call to get more information about the free estimate.

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  4. Are there emergency services available from Roto-Rooter?
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    Roto-Rooter offers their customers emergency services for those after-hour times when your drain or toilet is clogged and you can't seem to get it to work again with drain cleaning products. This gives you peace of mind knowing you aren't stuck until business hours. 

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  5. Which of these drain cleaning products is the most economical?
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    Pure Lye is the most economical of these products, but be sure to read the label to determine if it is right for your particular situation. In some cases, you may not be able to use the product with your particular pipes or sewer system. 

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  6. How long do the products take to clear the drain?
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    In most cases, these products take anywhere from 30 minutes to 45 minutes to clear a clogged or slow drain. Users may need to repeat the application for tough problems.

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  7. Are these products okay to use in the shower?
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    The best product for a slow or clogged shower is the Drano Professional Strength. Be sure to use protective eyewear when bending over to apply the product or run water after the application because it could splash up into your eyes. 

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  8. Is safety gear required to use the drain cleaning products?
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    Safety gear such as goggles is always recommended. In the case of the Pure Lye, it is a must because of the strength and characteristics of the product which make it particularly hazardous to humans and pets.

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