How To Unblock Sewer Pipe [new] Jun 2026

Aging clay, orangeburg, or cast iron pipes sagging and breaking. đźšż DIY Methods for Minor Mainline Blockages

Best for: Maintenance and partial organic blockages. Unlike caustic chemical cleaners, enzyme cleaners use bacteria to eat away at organic matter (hair, grease, paper).

For grease and organic build-up, use non-corrosive chemical solutions. Avoid traditional caustic drain cleaners, as they corrode old pipes and generate dangerous heat.

Liquid grease cools, solidifies, and catches debris.