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Is It Safe to Use Chemical Drain Openers?

Chemical drain openers aren’t the solution they claim to be. They might clear things up for a moment, but behind the scenes they’re harsh, unsafe, and can end up doing more harm to your pipes—and to you—than good.

At 2 Sons Plumbing Everett, we’ve seen the aftermath of chemical drain products countless times. From corroded plumbing to dangerous fumes, the risks almost always outweigh the temporary relief they might provide.

Why Chemical Drain Cleaners Aren’t Worth It

Many Everett homeowners are surprised to learn that chemical drain openers do more harm than good. Here’s why:

They’re Unsafe – The harsh chemicals can burn skin, damage eyes, and release toxic fumes into your home.
They Damage Pipes – The same corrosive reaction that eats away at clogs can also eat away at your plumbing, leading to leaks and costly repairs.
They Don’t Solve the Real Problem – Most chemical products push the clog deeper instead of fully removing it. This means the blockage comes back, often worse than before.

Using chemical drain cleaners is like putting a band-aid on a bigger issue—it hides the symptom for a little while but doesn’t fix the root cause.

Safer DIY Options for Clearing Drains

If you want to try tackling a clog yourself before calling a plumber, there are safer and more effective methods:

Use a Plunger – A simple plunger can dislodge many small clogs without harming your pipes.
Try a Hand Auger (Drain Snake) – This tool physically pulls out the blockage instead of relying on chemicals.
Natural Enzyme Cleaners – These products use bacteria and enzymes to eat away at organic matter safely over time.

These approaches are better for your plumbing, your health, and your home.

When to Call a Licensed Everett Plumber

If the clog doesn’t budge—or if more than one drain is slow—it’s time to call a professional. Multiple clogged drains often point to a deeper issue, like a main sewer line blockage, that DIY methods can’t fix.

At 2 Sons Plumbing Everett, we use professional-grade tools to remove clogs completely and safely. Whether it’s snaking the line or using hydro jetting for tougher blockages, our solutions are designed to clear the problem at its source without damaging your pipes.

Cost Guide for Everett Drain Cleaning

Snaking: $200–$600
Hydro Jetting: $600–$1,200

While professional drain cleaning is an investment, it’s far cheaper than repairing pipes that have been corroded by chemicals.

Safe, Effective Drain Solutions with 2 Sons Plumbing Everett

Chemical drain cleaners promise an easy fix but often leave you with bigger problems down the road. Don’t risk your health, your pipes, or your home’s plumbing system. Safer solutions—and reliable hot water—start with expert care.

At 2 Sons Plumbing Everett, we believe in fixing problems the right way. Our licensed and insured team will inspect your drains, explain what’s going on in plain language, and clear the clog with safe, proven methods. No quick fixes. No hidden dangers. Just reliable solutions you can trust.

Call us today at (206) 487-1757. With 2 Sons Plumbing Everett, you’ll get friendly service, expert results, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing your drains are safe, clean, and flowing freely again.

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Marshall Harnish

21:22 05 Dec 25

2 Sons Plumbing did a fantastic job! I had a difficult water line replacement job, and they were friendly, quick and professional. The work turned out great. I had Dave as the project manager and he was honest and great to work with.

Would use them again for sure.

Marshall Harnish

21:22 05 Dec 25

Mark Ondrake

23:58 04 Dec 25

The 2 Sons company was prompt, thorough, clean, and performed precise, high-quality work. The office staff and plumbing technician showed professionalism and a focus on details. The finished repair exceeded our expectations, the price was very reasonable (high value for the quoted price), and the technician left the Job site spotless. See attached photo, they used the Big Bertha Motorized Snake to clear a clogged drain, the obstruction was 25 feet away!!

Mark Ondrake

23:58 04 Dec 25

Laura Mueser

23:11 03 Dec 25

Great service over a holiday weekend. Total failure of our sewer line was fixed with a ten year warranty. Clean, great communication, full fix. It cost a lot -- I mean, it was a major repair in a hundred year old house-- but was reasonable for what we received, and the pricing was very transparent. Seth, Jorge, Shane, Dan, and others were all perfectionists and appreciated.

Laura Mueser

23:11 03 Dec 25

Beth

00:02 27 Nov 25

2 Sons Plumbing is a top notch company. Recently I had a water line hooked up for a new refrigerator and Justin and Bryce were my technicians. They were so competent, careful, and efficient and I really appreciated their professionalism. Justin even showed me how to use the displays on the new fridge. They made sure every thing was clean, the lines flushed and working before they left the house. Their pricing is extremely reasonable also, I got two quotes for installing the waterline and 2 Sons was the most reasonable. Last year I had a clogged kitchen drain during the Christmas holiday's and 2 Sons Plumbing was the only company that would come out right away and not charge a high holiday rate. I highly recommend 2 Sons Plumbing for any plumbing needs.

Beth

00:02 27 Nov 25

Russell Callender

18:28 23 Nov 25

This is the second time I used 2 Sons Plumbing. This project was to install a toilet. Like the first time, the toilet installation went flawlessly. The support from Autumn and the other folks in the front office made scheduling easy and they were able to reschedule it to meet some changing circumstances on my end. I requested Brandon to do the work as he performed my previous job. He also recommended a high quality toilet that worked in my situation. I was called and texted to let me know he was coming. He was fantastic and explained how he was going to do the work and showed me the conditions of my existing connections. He got it done very quickly and efficiently and did not leave any mess. I’m super impressed with how this company operates.

Russell Callender

18:28 23 Nov 25

Maria Kute

23:01 18 Nov 25

Thank you, Bob, for your professional, courteous, and kind service! My downstairs tub was running with high pressure due to some worn out stems. Bob was thorough—but unfortunately our fixtures are quite old, and he didn’t have appropriate replacements available the first day. However, they were able to find the appropriate stems for our tub and fixed the leak right away day 2. I cannot speak highly enough about how grateful I am for the way 2 Sons accommodated my schedule when they needed to return with the appropriate fixtures. The technician was a genuine joy to work with—and I appreciate the quick follow up and turn around. I also appreciate the way Bob walked me through the process and double checked for leaks.

Maria Kute

23:01 18 Nov 25

Evan Rose

16:17 18 Nov 25

We had a great experience. Brandon and Chris were very polite and professional. We had a massive leak under a toilet and they came and fixed it on a Saturday. They were very timely and hardworking. Ethan was another who was also very polite and professional. Pricing was also very manageable for the extent of the problem we had. I would highly recommend.

Evan Rose

16:17 18 Nov 25

YuliyaG

22:06 14 Nov 25

I had a great experience with 2Sons Plumbing. Communication was on point from start to finish. Dave arrived on time, was very friendly, and knowledgeable. He also gave me a helpful heads-up about our heater and offered great advice. I really appreciate the professionalism and will definitely use them again!

YuliyaG

22:06 14 Nov 25

Brandy Przybylak

19:28 05 Nov 25

We really enjoyed our experience with 2 Sons. We had an emergency that had water all over our kitchen and basement. They were able to send someone out later in the evening for us after several other companies either cancelled on us or said they couldn't come until the next day. Our technician/plumber Riley was great to work with - friendly, quick, and effective! They even gave us a call back a few days later to check in on our experience and to answer some extra questions we had. Highly recommend!

Brandy Przybylak

19:28 05 Nov 25

Carol Wong

19:21 04 Nov 25

I have not decided to go with 2 Sons for the plumbing issues I have yet. However, I am very impressed by the technician, Guy, who came for the appointment. He was professional, friendly, knowledgeable, courteous, and thorough. I told him that I was just getting a quote and not ready to commit to do the repair right away. He was very understanding. I have a clogged kitchen sink, disconnected washer hose causing water damage, and likely a disconnected pipe behind the wall. He explained the steps I need to take before he can help for all three issues. Like I should hire the restoration company to repair the water damage before reconnecting the pipes. He also helped to take pictures and referred me to a restoration company for the jobs outside of his scope. Before he left, he measured the water pressure to make sure the pressure is within a normal range. Just to make sure the water is not putting too much pressure on the fixtures resulting leaks. It was definitely a surprisingly pleasant and thorough experience with Guy.

Carol Wong

19:21 04 Nov 25