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Commercial Drain Cleaning: The Impact Of Toxic Chemicals On Sewage Systems

Commercial Drain Cleaning
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Every commercial building makes use of a drainage system. Many property owners don’t realize the need for annual commercial drain inspections. Regular inspections and commercial drain cleaning help maintain your building’s drainage system. Every year Florida residents experience severe storms and hurricane season. If your building’s drainage system is unable to handle the excess water. You may need drain replacement instead of repairs or maintenance.

Keeping Commercial Drains Clean

You may think that chemicals are the solution to keeping your drains clean. Except, toxic chemicals can cause more harm than good. They may be a temporary fix to dealing with clogs or blockages in the drainage system. With prolonged use, toxic chemicals can affect the integrity of your drains. Irrespective of which brand of drain cleaner you use or if it’s household or industrial strength. Over time your drain will deteriorate.

How Can Chemicals Affect My Commercial Drains?

Drain cleaners come in varying forms from powders to liquids. Most drain cleaners do contain toxic chemicals. When using drain cleaners to clear a clog or blockage in your drain. A chemical reaction occurs between the chemicals used and the clog. It causes the clog or blockage to dissolve. This clears your drainage. The chemical reaction between the drain cleaner and the clog will affect your pipes. Your pipes are more prone to damage depending on their age and the material used. For example, plastic pipes and drainage systems in older buildings will corrode faster.

There are various side effects of using chemicals for commercial drain cleaning. Aside from the fact you could be damaging your property’s drainage system. Making use of toxic chemicals to clear your drains are hazardous in other ways.

Chemicals and Your Health

Depending on how you make use of the chemicals, they could pose a health hazard. It is never advised to mix chemicals. However, some people believe that mixing chemicals can lead to a better drain cleaning solution. This is not the case, and it is not advised. You could cause an explosion or even create a toxic gas. Remember that chemicals if used improperly can lead to severe injuries or even death.

Environmentally Unfriendly

Unfortunately, due to the nature of the chemicals used. When clogs clear, the chemical runoff can make its way through the plumbing system. From here it can enter water sources and other water-rich soil. This makes it an environmental hazard. The runoff contaminates the water and can kill all nutrients in the soil. It’s dangerous for any fauna and flora in the area. This is why it’s important to make use of professional drain cleaning services.

Choosing Proper Commercial Drain Cleaning Services

Even if you use chemicals; sometimes the clog just won’t go away. You’ll continue to have problems with your drainage system. If you attempt to use more and more cleaner to get rid of a stubborn “clog” you will damage your building’s drainage. Your pipes may actually be clogged due to a different issue such as tree root invasion. This means that there could be roots that are clogging the pipe system. No number of chemical cleaners will solve this issue. Instead, the chemicals will be left to fester in your pipes. This will cause irreparable damage that will need replacement. You will need to call in your local experienced plumbing technicians at Art Rooter, Sewer & Drain Cleaning.

Commercial Drain Cleaning the Art Way

If you have any clogged drain issues and want a professional touch. Reach out to the friendly and reliable team at Art Rooter, Sewer & Drain Cleaning. Our technicians are well equipped to safely handle all your commercial drain cleaning needs. They also have the necessary experience to handle any drainage issues you may be facing. If you want more information about our drain cleaning and rooter services, call us today at 1-888-773-1524!

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