Different Kinds of Liquid Plumber

Adequate plumbing is essential to good hygiene and a clean home. In some cases, plumbing problems can be treated only by a plumbing professional who is trained to deal with water systems and piping. In other cases, fixing a plumbing problem requires only a chemical treatment, since many plumbing problems are the result of stubborn clogs that just need to be dissolved. One brand of plumbing treatment that is available for the average consumer is Liquid Plumbr (a.k.a. Liquid Plumber).

Regular Clog Remover

One type of Liquid Plumbr is Liquid Plumbr Regular Clog Remover. This is the original Liquid Plumbr formula and has been used for over 35 years. It works best on slow-moving drains, since the strength of the formula is not as potent as some of the other Liquid Plumbr products. Use half a bottle for a treatment.

Foaming Pipe Snake

Professional plumbers have special tools called plumbing snakes that fit into the pipe to loosen and remove clogs or objects in the pipe. Liquid Plumbr produces Liquid Plumbr Foaming Pipe Snake, which uses the chemical reaction of two liquids to produce foam that does the same job as a plumber's snake. Foaming Pipe Snake can be used on both clogged and slow-moving drains, but you will have to use an entire bottle.

Power Jet

If you have a clog that is near the pipe entrance, then Liquid Plumbr Power Jet may be a good option. Liquid Plumbr Power Jet works by propelling a jet of liquid into the pipe to dislodge anything that might be causing a clog. It can be used safely in bathroom sinks, tubs and showers.

Kitchen Clog Remover

Clogs that occur in the kitchen require a different kind of treatment because of the amount of grease that is found in the disposal, sink and pipes. Liquid Plumbr Kitchen Clog Remover is designed to cut the grease that often is present in kitchen pipes. It is safe for the disposal, all pipe types and septic systems.

Gel

Liquid Plumbr Gel is probably the most heavy-duty Liquid Plumbr product. It has a thick formula that is designed not to dissolve, so it can be used in standing water if needed. It's best for clogs that are close to the drain opening and works well at dissolving clogs from hair, so it's a good option for the bathtub.

Considerations

Liquid Plumbr products are not foolproof at removing clogs, and most of the products recommend an additional treatment if the first application of the product doesn't fix the problem. However, Liquid Plumbr products don't need to be used only when a problem comes up. A cup of a Liquid Plumbr product can be poured down the drain once or twice a month to keep the drain free from clogs and is therefore a cheap form of preventive plumbing maintenance.