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Q: Can Clorox Commercial Solutions® Liquid Plumr® Heavy Duty Clog Opener be used in a drain that doesn't contain standing water?
A: Yes. Although the product is formulated to work very effectively through standing water, it may be used in slow-running drains or on clogs that haven't resulted in standing water.
Q: Is Clorox Commercial Solutions® Liquid Plumr® Heavy Duty Clog Opener safe for plastic pipes and garbage disposals?
A: The product has been thoroughly tested and has been found to be safe for all components of a sound plumbing system. This includes plastic pipes and garbage disposals. When using the product in a drain that contains a garbage disposal, simply follow normal directions for use and flush the product with the disposal running.
Q: Is it OK to use Clorox Commercial Solutions® Liquid Plumr® Heavy Duty Clog Opener on shower or bathtub drains?
A: Yes, Clorox Commercial Solutions® Liquid Plumr® Heavy Duty Clog Opener is specially formulated for hair clogs which are most often found in shower/bath drains.
Q: Will Clorox Commercial Solutions® Liquid Plumr® Heavy Duty Clog Opener be more effective if it is allowed to work overnight instead of just 15 minutes?
A: Because the ingredients break down as they work on organic material, allowing the product to stand unflushed in the drain for prolonged periods really will not enhance its effectiveness.



Q: How is Liquid Plumr® Foaming Pipe Snake® Clog Remover used?
A: Slowly pour entire contents of bottle over the drain opening. For slow drains, wait for one hour. For clogged drains, wait for drain to clear. Flush with hot tap water.
Q: How long can I wait after applying Liquid Plumr® Foaming Pipe Snake® Clog Remover before flushing the drain with water?
A: Wait at least one hour after pouring the product down the drain before flushing with water. Liquid Plumr® Foaming Pipe Snake® Clog Remover is safe for pipes. If you have an especially slow drain you can safely let the product sit overnight.
Q: Is Liquid Plumr® Foaming Pipe Snake® Clog Remover safe for plastic pipes?
A: Yes. Laboratory tests confirm that Liquid Plumr® Foaming Pipe Snake® Clog Remover is safe for all sound plumbing, including plastic pipes.
Q: Can Liquid Plumr® Foaming Pipe Snake® Clog Remover be used in the toilet?
A: We do not recommend using Liquid Plumr® Foaming Pipe Snake® Clog Remover in toilets. The product is not designed for toilet bowl bends and if the toilet overflows the product could damage any surrounding carpets or mats.
Q: Will Liquid Plumr® Foaming Pipe Snake® Clog Remover improve a slow drain?
A: Yes. Liquid Plumr® Foaming Pipe Snake® Clog Remover is formulated to work effectively on slow drains.
Q: Can Liquid Plumr® Foaming Pipe Snake® Clog Remover be used in standing water?
A: Yes. Liquid Plumr® Foaming Pipe Snake® Clog Remover has a patented formula that pours through standing water to get straight to the clog.
Q: Can Liquid Plumr® Foaming Pipe Snake® Clog Remover be used in the garbage disposal?
A: Absolutely. Slowly pour entire contents of bottle over the drain opening, wait for one hour, then flush with hot tap water.
Q: Is it okay to use Liquid Plumr® Foaming Pipe Snake® Clog Remover on the bathtub or shower drain?
A: Yes. Follow label instructions.
Q: Can Liquid Plumr® Foaming Pipe Snake® Clog Remover be used with a plunger?
A: We would not recommend using a plunger when this product is in the drain. There is a possibility that plunging will cause Liquid Plumr® Foaming Pipe Snake® Clog Remover to splash back and get on you or your clothing.


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