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Bleach will not break up grease in a drain
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What should one do if the drain pipe is all clogged up?
If a drain is suspected of being clogged with hair, if there is any Nair around, it can be poured down the drain. Let it sit for about a half hour, and then flush with hot water, to remove the clog. If it is suspected that there is a grease buildup in the drain, a few cups of dawn (grease cutting) will do the trick. Pour it in the drain, let it sit for a few hours, then flush with hot water.
How do you remove large quantities of grease from grease trap drain?
Mechanically: scoop it up into a bucket. If it is liquid you can pump it but if it too thick then you got to shovel it out.
How do you get rid of the black crud creeping up the bathroom sink drain?
you can try cleaning the sink out with bleach.
What causes bad smells in drains and how do you fix it?
Almost invariably, a bad smelling drain is caused by rotting food, grease, or other organic refuse in the drainpipes. pouring bleach down the drain will help kill the bacteria and relieve some of the smell. using drain cleaners (or in serious cases, consulting a plumber) may clean out the refuse entirely. If you make a point once a month or so of filling the sink with hot water, adding bleach, and letting it drain out, that should help keep the pipes clean for the future.AnswerRather than bleach, I prefer to dump some baking soda down the drain and then add white vinegar. It will fizz and help dislodge anything that is stuck down there. If you have a second sink, do the same in that drain. Worse comes to worst, get a plumber to come and open up the trap and clean out area.
What happens if grease is on septic tank?
the most probable thing that will happen is that the septic tank will clog up, because micro bacteria cant break down grease
Does styrofoam clog drain or pump in dishwashers?
Yes, it can break up and clog both.
How do you remove grease off of leather car seats?
Warm soapy water and a soft cloth. Soap will break up the grease. Apply leather conditioner after throughly dry.
Why would water not be effective in cleaning up a grease spill?
Water is not effective in cleaning up grease spills because grease is nonpolar and does not mix with water. Water molecules are polar and cannot break down the nonpolar grease molecules. This causes the grease to float on top of the water, making it difficult to remove.
Do foods such as french fries and cookies contain nutrients?
no because too much grease can cause you to have a heart attack so just remember when you take up the french fries just drain all the grease off
Is bleach safe to use in laundry if you have septic system?
I just had my tank pumped, and asked the guy about this.Technically, the anwer to your question is no, bleach does not harm the tank. It can, however, cause you trouble. Bleach kills bacteria. Bacteria are needed in your septic tank to help break down the solid waste. So, if you get too much bleach in your tank, the tank itself will be fine, but all the bacteria will be dead, so it won't work like you want it to, and things will start backing up.However, "too much bleach" is a lot of bleach. As long as you're not pouring bleach down your drain by the gallon, you should be okay. Normal washing patterns most likely will not put enough bleach in your tank to cause problems. If you bleach every load of clothes you wash, and you wash more than 20 loads a week, you could have an issue. But even that could be resolved with Rid-X, or some other bacteria-based septic tank product. But you have to use that stuff regularly. If your septic tank is already backed up, it's too late.Drain cleaners can also be a problem, but again, it takes a lot more than the normal level of household use to cause trouble. You could run drain cleaner down your pipes monthly, and it shouldn't be a problem.The guy that pumped my tank said the two biggest problemshe has seen that lead to septic tanks overflowing are baby wipes and kitchen grease. Never flush baby wipes down your toilet. Not even the ones that SAY they're biodegradable. They might be, but they do not break down quickly enough to avoid backing up your septic tank. And try to avoid letting grease go down your kitchen sink. But it's going to happen sometimes, so when it does, follow it with hot water to help break it up.But I wouldn't worry about bleach from your washing machine. If you do worry, just get some Rid-X. But remember, you have to use it regularly.It had been five years (the maximum time permitted by my Home Owners Association) since the last time my septic tank was pumped. We use bleach in the washing machine about twice a week and drain cleaner about once every two months. We use about 5 rolls of toilet paper a week, and occasionally even let a little grease go down the kitchen drain. And even with all of that, the guy said my tank had no problems at all, after 5 years, and that, if it weren't for the HOA requirements, I would have been good for probably another five years.
What causes a drain to clog How can someone clean a clogged drain?
Over time many drains build up and narrow from soap scum, grease, hair and other residue. Sometimes it helps just to run very hot water through the drain and use a small drain snake that can be purchased at a hardware store.
Why does using soap help you wash grease off of your hands?
Soap cleanses youre greasy hands like this. When soap is rubbed on youre greasy hands, the molecules seperate and break up the grease. And when water is used, it washes away both the soap and grease.
