The guy in this video is giving some great advice about a great product if you have issues with tree roots blocking your sewer or septic lines. I have lived in my house for over 40 years, and about a year after I moved in, the drain in my basement was backing up due to tree roots clogging the sewer line. I had plumbers come every one to two years to snake out my sewer line at a great expense to clear the sewer of tree roots. Around the mid 1990's, the plumber who had just snaked out my sewer line, suggested using Zep Root Kill. When using it, don't use any water for at least 8 to 10 hours to give Zep time to make contact with the roots in the sewer line. I usually do a Zep treatment once or twice a year, and do it just as I am leaving the house for a vacation or for a day or more, to give Zep plenty of time to do its job. Zep Root Kill now comes in a black bottle, not the white one as shown in the video. I just purchased it online from Home Depot, and if you buy a box of 4 32 oz bottles, the price is only $31.48, making the cost for each one less than 8 dollars. I did pick it up at the store, so there was not a shipping charge. The price for one bottle at Home Depot is $12.98.

@momovaryacting8798

4 жыл бұрын

Do you have a break in the line? Just wondering if that’s the only way roots get in. I recently had this issue, plumber cleared out roots as best he could. His estimate to replace damage pipe about 13 ft under slab of home is $8K. I’m wondering if this is something I should do instead of going into debt

@franknew9001

4 жыл бұрын

@ Mom Ovary Acting-- I have had issues with tree roots getting into my sewer line for more than 40 years. As long as I use Zep Root Kill or a product like it at least once a year, I have no problems. If I were you, I would try using Zep at least once a year instead of spending 8k. When using Zep, try not to use any water in your house for at least 8 hours to give it time to make good contact with the roots. Around 2012, my next door neighbors had their sewer clogged with roots. The first plumber they called said the only way to fix it was to dig up the yard and replace the sewer line at a huge expense. They called a second plumber, and he cleared the sewer line with a snake for about $200. I told them to use Zep at least once a year, and they have not had any problems since.

@jasonkubitz9410

3 жыл бұрын

My wife and I bought our first house 10 years ago. We bought in an old neighborhood so we don't have to see cookie cutter homes everywhere. Anyway, as you can imagine in an old neighborhood also comes old trees. Our second year there our main clogged. My wife was pregnant with our first child and she couldn't use the restroom. Luckily our new neighbors are really cool. Anyway, every year or two we have to get it snaked. It always happens at night for reason too. We now have an RV and let's just say it can get messy when I dump and the drain is clogged. It clogged again recently due to a huge ball of roots. I'm going to try your method and see if it keeps my drain clear. Thanks.

@coltonwicker330

2 жыл бұрын

@@jasonkubitz9410 how is it going with the sewer?

@topcat5992

Жыл бұрын

Does it matter how soon we can start using Root Kill after snaking the drain? Just had my line snaked a month back (3rd time in 6 yrs).

Nice, thank you for your help

I have had this root clogging problem for couple of yrs, and use a Plumbing Drain Bladder every three months or so, its easy and works great unclogging it but am getting tired of this. I will try this root killer now. thank you.

@imjy215

5 ай бұрын

How did the product work?

Great video and advice. But, my problem is at the tank itself. Roots are not within the pipe, but at the tank. Do I pour a portion of the product into it? or is there any other product available on the market?

Thank you!

C an we put this directly into the outside cleanout leading to the root issue if we flush it with a gallon of water?

I was told to add a teaspoon salt once a week to toilet to kill roots in clay pipe...use caution I do this in 3 month increments skip 3 months because it will affect trees. I've been doing this for 10 years and have never had to call the septic guy/plumber back out.

@seabass22

3 жыл бұрын

I tried this a couple weeks ago. Not sure but seems to be draining better?

@7munkee

3 жыл бұрын

Rock salt works best. Easier on the environment AND your clay pipes.

@bobshanery5152

3 жыл бұрын

You must have a very mild issue with roots to only be using a teaspoon. Salt can work but this product is supposed to be the "better" alternative Reason being.. 1)Foams around and covers the entire pipe (Salt just flushes down the line at the bottom) You may have roots growing at the top but the line remains open at the bottom. 2)Does not kill the trees/grass etc (Salt can kill your trees/grass if you use too much) 3)Safe for just about every pipe (Salt is bad for certain pipes like cast-iron/steel.) Salt advantage. Dirt cheap Definitely worth a try (If you have the pipe for it) I would make sure your line was snaked out first. Nice bonus with clay pipes is they can absorb the salt into them..

@DetroitHomeInspector

3 жыл бұрын

@@bobshanery5152 I read or saw a video somewhere that advocated digging a shallow trench over the main sewer line and pouring the crystals in the trench, cover it back up and just let the root killer dissolve over time and kill the roots before they get in the sewer line. Anyone have any thoughts or experience with this? I guess a person could do the same with salt.

@garethmccarthy2990

2 жыл бұрын

I add 2 cups of rock salt in the toilet and flush before I go to bed once every 4 months. I haven't had a problem since. Before doing this i was having regular blockages from roots.

I have a small building I rent out, that has 3 toilets and 3 little apartments. The main line definitely has roots, and I've cleaned it and took them out. I have this copper sulfate product & the foaming killer too. Do you have to pour this stuff in the toilet nearest the line? Because then I have to bother the tenant & get in to their apartment to regularly do that. Also do you have to shut the water off overnight so nobody flushes or runs water for it to work too? I have a small utility room in the back of the building, ground floor with a sink, that goes to the main sewer line. It would be much easier to pour this stuff regularly down there, maybe fill the sink with water, then this, then pull the drain, would that work?

Thanks

My nephew had this problem on a house they just purchased. The pipes apparently had to be replaced because it caused a break. They wrapped the new pipes in tar paper. Roots don’t like it supposedly?

Ty

Thank you, I did it to my neighbor today. Do I flush it tommorrow morning and in two days pour the rest, or do I leave the producto for 2 days...? Regards

This all depends on where you live. Best thing by far is copper sulphate best place to get it is it any grain elevator. If you live in an area where there are none home depo in a 5 gallon bucket or some similar big box store

Is this septic safe?

Am I wrong for thinking that is your Copper sulfate kills only roots that reach the bottom of the large pipe, your pipe will still flow, & eventually roots at the top will grow to the bottom & hit the poison? I like Copper sulfate since RootX is so darn expensive. I might use RootX once, then follow up with cheap copper sulfate. I am skeptical that you have to use the brand Zep though.

Great one! We have something similar on our channel

Nice. So i have flat house with 2 bedrooms , u said to apply this on the nearest to the septic , what about the other bath room which is far from the septic ( the one have this problem acually) Thanks

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

So typically roots come from trees in the yard trying to find water. So if your toilet that is backing up is the farthest from the septic line, either the main line is NOT stopped up and it's just the other toilet, or the line may run a strange way under the home that isn't typical and it actually is the closest. Sounds like roots may not be the issue

Why wud you put this in the toilet instead of into the Clean Out just outside your home?

How about alternating between the ZEP root killer and something like the foaming RootX? I'm having problems now once a year with roots so was thinking of this plan every 3-4 months. With the foaming products you have to make sure it really foams to stick to the pipe and top roots because some packages are duds. Thanks!

@franknew9001

4 жыл бұрын

@ Tina B The idea of alternating between Zep Root Kill and one that foams seems like a good idea. I have only used Zep or a product like it, but I have seen the foaming root killers for sale. I have read the reviews for the foaming product, and they were very mixed. Some said they worked great, and others said the powder in the container was so hard, it wouldn't mix and foam and was a dud. They said before you buy it, shake the bottle and if the powder is loose, then it should be good. If it is hard and solid, then it is no good. Many have said that even if it foams, it only travels about 50 feet, and if your sewer line is longer than that, you have to use more bottles. The reason that I thought I might use the foam, is that it should reach to top of the sewer pipe, where the Zep blue crystals may not. Whether you use Zep and or the foaming root killer, you should use little or no water for at least 8 hours to give it time to make good contact with the roots.

@bojiam4818

4 жыл бұрын

RootX is the best. Cheaper than calling a plumber 2x a year. Been using it for 8 years. Flush it in the morning, leave the house, come back at night. I once use it before I went for a month vacation, best results.

A plumber recommended using rock salt, just flush a cup or two down the toilet to keep roots from growing into the drain pipe, it has been working for us for several years, and it's cheap, I buy water softener salt crystals and once per week, add it to the toilet and flush.

@flowforever9084

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@bridgetterodgers3153

Жыл бұрын

What brand rock salt and water softener do you use? I have roots in my sewer line, but can't afford a plumber.

@hdcat61

Жыл бұрын

@@bridgetterodgers3153 We use Diamond Crystals from Lowe's

@angelao.beckford6052

Жыл бұрын

Rock salt and crystal the same

Can I pack this product around the pipe before I put the toilet back on? The roots aren’t in the pipe, they are growing from the foundation and going into the pipe by the flange. We are replacing the flange but want to put something around pipe to prevent any future root growth.

Now if u kill them roots won't u have a hole or holes in ur sewer line?

I understand the steps to kill roots when the root issue is past a toilet. But what if my root issue is between a clean out and toilet, in other words my access point is the Clean Out. Do I just poor the Zep Root Killer into the clean out? Suggestions?

@PlumbingPartsPro

4 жыл бұрын

+Peter Perez You can pour in the clean out but you would need to flush it with some water. maybe a garden hose. Pour it in...let it sit a little then flush it out with a hose.

What do you do if the roots are coming in before the toilet meets the main sewer pipe? Pour it down the utility sink? (back of the house - utility sink drain - roots - toilet - front of the house - street)

@PlumbingPartsPro

4 жыл бұрын

In most cases the toilet would flush the chemicals through line, however if you have a clean out access point, sometimes found in a front flowerbed or side of home. You can place it in there and flush it with a garden hose

@djanka5150

4 жыл бұрын

@@PlumbingPartsPro I'll give it a try - Thank you!

Will Brawndo work? It's got electrolytes...

Can you pour it right into the septic tank?

I need help finding a liquid root killer that I can pour down my floor drain in the basement.

What i dont understand is ,if the pipe is partially blocked this stuff will mostly flow through and away.But if it is fully blocked then this stuff will sit there until its done its job right ?

@geezlepuss7863

3 жыл бұрын

I think you should first have you pipe cleaned out with an augur; then use the poison as a follow up.

Do you have to only use this down the toilet? I only have an issue with my laundry drain. Can I pour it down that drain?

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

Yes you can however you must be careful not to pour too much and clod the Ptrap. Also make sure you flush the line out with water to get it down the line

I wouldn't say that's THE MOST likely... We have gunk and buildup from washing hands flushing poop and all sorta fragments from coffee grinds in the disposal or lint for the washing machine... you don't mention or did I just not hear where the roots are getting in? Street level I'd imagine?? Supposing the camera was flushed all the way thru the roots would've been seen when we bought our house about two yrs ago also. We need an enzyme I wonder if the root cleaner has enzymes?

What do you suggest if sewer line is already blocked? Clean out is uncapped. Otherwise, it would be backing up into the house. Plumber couldn't unclog it

@PlumbingPartsPro

Жыл бұрын

If a true plumber could not clear the line, in which 90% a good plumber can, you have a flat spot, broken line or fitting in which it needs replacing.

Hello, I have a question. we have roots in our line to our laundry room which is at the back of our house. Both toilets are in the front of the house. Is there a recommendation on if we should put this down the laundry line?

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

It's not recommended to put it down the laundry line mainly because it may stop up the PTrap, however if thats your only option, put small amounts in the laundry line and flush it with hot water pushing the granules down the line and repeat process

@bridgetrafferty8969

3 жыл бұрын

@@PlumbingPartsPro Thank you for getting back to me! we think it is the only option. The only line in the house that is backing up at all is our laundry. We had a plumber over yesterday and around 20 ft in he hit grass roots. This was his suggestion to use. A family friend who owns a plumbing company also said it was OK, stressing safety and taking it slow...similar to what you have said.

Zep is copper sulfate

My husband used the product zep but our water started backing up in the tub. Is it so harmful to the tub and pipes that we should not rinse it back down the drain ?

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

It sounds like the line is stopped up beyond a chemical repair, A heavy duty drain cable is most likely needed in your application. In most cases the tub is the lowest point, that's why it backs up there. I would rinse the tub of any chemical that may sit there for a period of time.

what about copper sulphate? Can you use that for tree roots? Is it safe to use on clay pipes? What product or chemical is the safest for clay pipes that you recommend? I was at hardware store and they recommended a product called home plumber. It doesn't say what chemicals it is, but it's a powder and the label says it can be used on roots.

@1monki

3 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure copper sulfate is what Root Kill is.

@huckleberryfinn338

3 жыл бұрын

I looked at root kill ingredients: 99% copper sulphate

I read or saw a video somewhere that advocated digging a shallow trench over the main sewer line and pouring the crystals in the trench, cover it back up and just let the root killer dissolve over time and kill the roots before they get in the sewer line. Anyone have any thoughts or experience with this?

@Cris-ih3jx

2 жыл бұрын

Dig above the location of the blockage about 2ft provided you know where it is & use this method. Cover it back up and hope for the best

I was told to use Roud-Up (this was before I heard of Zep Root Killer). Is one more effective than the other? Thanks for the great video - it was exactly what I needed and the first KZread video that popped up when I was at Home Depot trying to figure out what to buy. I did end up buying Zep but was wondering about the roud-up idea. Thank you!

@Forbes123

3 жыл бұрын

No, do not put Round-up (glyphosate) down drains. It does nothing to roots, it kills plants but must be touching green tissue. Root killer (copper sulfate) is safe for plants and trees because it doesn't travel very far up the root. This is why you must reapply often.

I have an older home, is it safe on galvanized drain line?

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

Yes its ok

@stanleymasterson1135

2 жыл бұрын

@@PlumbingPartsPro Can't this be poured directly into the cleanout opening in the lateral pipe? After using, how long do you have to wait before running any water?

I had a plumber come out. There are roots in my line. He got it unclogged but there are still roots in it. Should I use this now? A new liner was quoted at 12k to repair the sewer line

@PlumbingPartsPro

5 жыл бұрын

yes, since he got it clear, this would be a perfect time to start using it as a preventative maintenance about every 3 to 6 months. if it comes to a replacement, I would get a 2nd estimate, 12k seems a little steep. The current average hourly rate is 120 to 160 per hour. sometimes the Bigger companies with TV commercials are the highest. you have to pay for those commercials so jobs are more expensive. Good luck and thanks for contacting us.

@PlumbingPartsPro

4 жыл бұрын

@Brian p that's correct. I didnt say they did on a sewer replacement. I may have referenced the average hourly rate a plumbing company may charge but that's all. Most sewer replacements are a 2 day job. Excavation and line replacement then city inspection usually the next day and backfill. There are many different variables on sewers, length of line, depth, trees, fences, sidewalks etc.....

@geezlepuss7863

3 жыл бұрын

Your 12K quote, is why I dont' want to call a plumber

So I have roots in my sewer line currently but the plumber I spoke with said flushing something down to kill it wasn't recommended because the roots are at the top of the pipe. It won'e be able to reach it and yet I'm seeing videos and pictures online about how this method does in fact work. Can you give some more insight into that please?

@levilevi9530

4 жыл бұрын

I was a plumber for 5 years and it’s worth a chance but I wouldn’t count on it. All other options are much more expensive. You could have a drain cleaner ran through to brake up the roots. However they will grow back. Best for the situation is to replace the pipe with roots but that very expensive.🤷🏼‍♂️

@MMMary7757

2 жыл бұрын

@@levilevi9530 Absolutely use drain cleaning to break up roots, but I used copper sulfate, initially 1/2 cup daily, flushing several times after pouring in toilet, for 2 weeks. It killed the roots. In order to prevent new roots, I used 1/2 cup every 3-6 months. Also can be used in septic tanks. Cheap alternative to thousands of dollars most people don’t have to replace pipes.

@joshgordon2484

2 жыл бұрын

@@MMMary7757 GOD BLESS YOU. FINALLY SOMEONE ANSWERED THE OBVIOUS QUESTION. CAN U USE WITH SEPTIC TANK. U'D think a plumber would address that. Thanks

@aceyorba

Жыл бұрын

How did the plumber know the roots were at the top of the pipe. All the pipes I have ever dug up or replaced had the roots growing near the bottom of the line.

Do you make house calls? My drain auger snapped off trying to chew up freakin tree roots. I'll buy you a case lol.

@PlumbingPartsPro

5 жыл бұрын

what state are you in

@franknew9001

4 жыл бұрын

@ RennieAufdemstein -- If you are spending $300-$500 a year to have tree roots snaked from your sewer line, then it is even more reason to use a product like Zep Root Kill. If you live in the USA, you can buy a case of 4 32 oz bottles of Zep Root Kill online from Home Depot for only $31.48, making the cost for one bottle about $8. One bottle off the shelf from Home Depot is $12.98. When I ordered it online, I had it sent to the Home Depot near me and picked it up there, so there wss not a shipping fee. I use 1 or 2 bottles a year of Zep Root Kill, and it is so much cheaper than calling a plumber every year. Remember when using it, use little or no water for at least 8 hours or more to give it time to make contact with the roots. It should say this on the bottle, but it does not. I use Zep just before I leave the house for a vacation, to give it plenty of time to work.

@geezlepuss7863

3 жыл бұрын

YOur drain augur snapped off? Was your augur rated for roots? Conventional wisdom is that you need at least a 5/8" line augur for roots. just tried using a cheap Husky ribbon steel style encased "rod". but the plastic (believe it or not) spear tip would not penetrate the clog. So I rented for about $100 an electric augur. I discovered that in my system I had to use the inner of the 2 cleanouts outside my house, as between them was a trap which made the outer Clean Out practically inaccessible from the harsh angle.

Will it harm the tree ? My fruit tree is right on top of the crock pipe !

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

There's always that possibility however its unlikely. If it's a fruit tree you consume fruit from inwould not recommend any chemicals for the chance of it getting into the fruit. You may want to have the line cleared by a plumber or possibly replaced and rerouted a few feet depending on conditions

my neighbors tree broke through our sewer line so I would like to know if it will kill the tree. Is putting it down the drain and leaving for eight hours when the plug is 20 feet away from the house going to do anything?

@jeffpacetti5800

Жыл бұрын

It won’t kill the tree.

I was told I have a root issue. I am wondering if this would kill the tree that's causing it because I love that tree...

@PlumbingPartsPro

5 жыл бұрын

If you have a major root issue a root killer would not really fix it. this really only works for a preventative maintenance for a quarterly or biannual treatment after you have a plumbing contractor clear the line with a heavy duty drain cable. in my past experience I have never seen a tree die due to the cleaner but I am not a tree expert.

@speedking1353

5 жыл бұрын

@@PlumbingPartsPro - Thank you for the advice. Cheers.

@endabcs4708

5 жыл бұрын

I was just reading up on copper sulfate; or the active ingredient in ZEP. Copper Sulfate is not absorbed by roots, so it only kills the roots that it comes in contact with, which would not kill the tree, however, the tree might choke the line that stopping up out.

@speedking1353

5 жыл бұрын

@@endabcs4708 - Thank You bro.

Our home is 50+ years and the pipers are copper...will this erode the pipes?

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

It should not. This is a non acid base product. Some liquid drain cleaners like CLOBBER are acid based and very dangerous if not used properly

Once roots have invaded a pipe, they now have an access point into the pipe and will continue to grow even after being cut out with a snake. The only way to seal off the access point is to locate the intrusion, dig it up, replace the broken pipe or compromised joint, & than you can surround that location around the repair with that root kill to deter roots from going near it. Flushing that product down a drain will not work. As soon as you flush it down it goes down fast and will continue to wash down with any use of water.

@franknew9001

4 жыл бұрын

@ Mikey the rookie plumber Zep Root Kill will work if given enough time for it to do its job. I do a Zep treatment just before I leave the house for a vacation, giving it plenty of time to work. I agree with you that if you use it, and then run the water afterward, then it is not going to work. The plumber that told me about using Zep, said not to use any water for at least 8 to 10 hours to give it time to make contact with the roots in the sewer line. It should mention this on the Zep bottle, but it does not.

@mikeytherookieplumber9624

4 жыл бұрын

@@franknew9001 i understand, but from experience in the plumbing trade when roots invade a sewer line its usually from the top of the pipe and than all around. Flushing a solution would only come in contact with the bottom of the pipe and leaving the rest untouched directly. If you are in the greater Sacramento area i would love to get a sewer inspection to learn any facts. The sewer inspection is on me call: YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD PLUMBER @ (916)755-6122 If you are in the Sacramento area.

@franknew9001

4 жыл бұрын

@ Mikey the rookie plumber If I lived in the Sacramento area, I would give you a call to inspect my sewer line, but I live in Maryland. I want to thank you for your offer.

@geezlepuss7863

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikeytherookieplumber9624 How does the home owner know that you won't come out with: YOU GOTTA REPLACE EVERYTHING, NEW PIPING TO THE STREET & all your internal stuff too; new commodes, whole 9 yards?

@bridgettturner7787

2 жыл бұрын

@@geezlepuss7863 I had that happen to me. I was having a plumber come out two to three times a year and he finally told me I was going to have to replace everything and I was preparing to do just that when I decided to use the root kill. Just like the post before, I put it down the drain and left for vacation. This cleared the line. Mind you, I was already having sewage spilling into the yard from the clean out. I have to use Root kill 2-3 times a year to keep the line clear. Just poured some down today.

It’s cheaper to purchase the main ingredient in that product... Copper Sulphate Pentahydrate.

@alcopower5710

2 жыл бұрын

Where would you buy that?

@MMMary7757

2 жыл бұрын

@@alcopower5710 Amazon… do not use in bath/shower or sink drains. I can damage plumbing. Use in small increments in toilet and it is effective in killing the roots in sewer lines.

@MMMary7757

2 жыл бұрын

It is cheaper but needs to be used in small increments (1/2 cup at a time) in the toilet. Flush several times. I did this for 2 weeks because my neighbors tree roots were in the clay pipes. This saved me thousands of dollars. It is very effective killing roots in sewer lines. Do not use in sink, bath, and shower because it can damage the plumbing.

@MMMary7757

2 жыл бұрын

@@alcopower5710 only use 1/2 cup at a time and flush several times after pouring in toilet.

you need to use a foaming agent product.with zep....zep alone does not foam...zep just goes staright through to the main sewer which is a waste...you need foaming so it actually sticks to the roots..otherwise its a waste of money if no foam

@ScolarshipBoy1984

3 жыл бұрын

Wats thr name for one thst foams?

@jacidel

3 жыл бұрын

@@ScolarshipBoy1984 roebic foaming root killer

if its copper sulfate, and if you have an metal, it can erode those pipes.

So a 1/4 then wait 2 days...then another 1/4 and then wait two days...and do this 4 times till the product is used up?

@franknew9001

4 жыл бұрын

@ Moo Moo Puppy You can use Zep this way, but since I have tree roots in more than one area of my sewer line, I use the entire bottle in a series of 4 or 5 flushes in a row using about 1/4 of the bottle at a time. When using Zep Root Kill, use little or no water for at least 8 hours or more to give it time to make contact with the roots. I use Zep just before I leave the house for a vacation, to give it plenty of time to work.

@moomoopuppy5810

4 жыл бұрын

@@franknew9001 Thanks, I'm trying 1/2 now and 1/2 in two days.

What if my stomach has that gurgle sound will this work ??

@vanhelsing8776

4 жыл бұрын

No that means you are about to clog the toilet even more.

Can I pour this in the sink as well? Or does it have to be the toilet?

@PlumbingPartsPro

4 жыл бұрын

I do not recommend pouring down the sink due to the granules possibly getting stuck in the trap. The toilet gives a forceful flush to push the product down the line

My tree is within 2-3 feet of the sewer pipe that has roots. If I use this product will it kill the tree?

@PlumbingPartsPro

2 жыл бұрын

Honestly if it's that close it probably won't help very much. A professional cleaning with a root cutter head on heavy duty cable is most likely needed

We have a tub outside that used to be a place for turtles. The previous owner said the drain is not connected to anywhere… just goes under and up the ground. Hopefully this helps 🥲

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

I have seen drains run underground and to a drainage ditch for storm water. This is even common for older country homes that run their washing machine water to the ditch

How often to pour it down?

@jerishull1860

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, that's my question too. He said to wait two days, but just twice?

2:00 minutes: How long will this take?

I have two bathrooms on the first floor, so what toilet should I put this in?

@PlumbingPartsPro

2 жыл бұрын

The one closest to the main sewer line. Usually you can tell by noticing one toilet stopping upbefore the other or looking for a main vent stack coming through the roof. This is Usually the closest toilet to main

@whitneym54321wm

2 жыл бұрын

@@PlumbingPartsPro Okay, thank you!

@whitneym54321wm

2 жыл бұрын

@@PlumbingPartsPro Can I put this in the other toilet in the master bedroom too?

@PlumbingPartsPro

2 жыл бұрын

@@whitneym54321wm yes

Here's what I am trying. I put rock salt into a 1 gallon jug about half full, fill the jug with water and poke a small hole in jug so the water will slowly drip out. I poked a hole with a needle and put lid back on the jug to slow the drip. Put that as close to the main as possible. theory is it will constantly drip salt water in the line to kill roots. Monitor your jug so it keeps dripping salt water down the line

Okay here is a big question, why doesn't it flow right through

@dondieJuan

2 жыл бұрын

The combination of roots and toilet paper with everything else passing through the pipe just begs for a clog .

Did not work for me. I even had a new toilet installed by a plumber 8 months ago, and I still can't use that toilet. I bought a whole box of the Zep root killer and put it down the new toilet. Still no luck. Fortunately, I have a second bathroom that works fine. I guess I will need yet another plumber to try to fix it.

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

Sometimes it gets bad enough where only a heavy duty drain cable is required with a cutter head to break it through.

@FloryJohann

6 ай бұрын

Maybe it is not a root problem but just a buildup of soap or fat inside the pipe . May want to look at videos how to clean the drainline with a jetter. They enzimes snd bacteria that may help to reduce build ups in drain pipes.

Can I put it in my kitchen sink?

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

No it is not recommended

Can i put that in the pipe outside the house?

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, if you have a clean out you may put it in that way

@lilianagreda7424

3 жыл бұрын

@@PlumbingPartsPro thank you.

@herbschwartz8076

2 жыл бұрын

@@PlumbingPartsPro Our clogged up point in the drain was about 80 ft from the clean out last year. If poured in the clean out, should I still just flush the toilet a time or two for each portion of the bottle I pour in for it to get all the way to that point? Thanks for any advice.

@PlumbingPartsPro

2 жыл бұрын

@@herbschwartz8076 yeah the chemical needs to get down the line to help eat up roots however 80ft down line is a long way away. You may need a large root cutting sewer cable to run through it.

@herbschwartz8076

2 жыл бұрын

@@PlumbingPartsPro Yeah, that's what they used to get it cleared out around this time last year. It's been fine since then, I'm just talking about running the Zep root kill through there now as a precautionary measure, and hoping to spread it down the line far enough to reach that area where we had the problem last year.

Where can I find this at n what is the name of it?

@PlumbingPartsPro

4 жыл бұрын

Theres an amazon link in the description of the video

@franknew9001

4 жыл бұрын

@ Patty Plummer The name is Zep Root Kill. It now comes in a black bottle, not a white one as shown in the video. You can buy it at Home Depot for $12.98 for one 32 oz bottle. You can save a lot of money if you buy Zep Root Kill online from Home Depot if you buy 4 32 oz bottles for $31.48, making the cost for one bottle about $8. I order online, and have it shipped to my nearest Home Depot and pick it up there, so there is no shipping fee. I have also seen Zep at Lowes for $13.48, and at other hardware stores.

@ericclaeyborn3600

2 жыл бұрын

You can buy it (Zep Root Kill) at Lowes for almost $15, and it's a 2lb bottle. Prices are going up.

I'm trying to see it but ypu keep moving bottle

@theamerican7131

2 жыл бұрын

LOL

Just cut the tree down causing to issues. You can also use round up in the drain.

@PlumbingPartsPro

Жыл бұрын

After tree is cut down the roots last for years. Depending on tree some with regrow like Crape Myrtles

@BassByTheBay

6 ай бұрын

That's overkill. It's like saying, "If your finger is infected, just amputate your arm." Most of us would like to keep our trees/arms. 😊

What if the roots are in the pipe

It seems like it would just wash by the roots and not have contact with roots long enough to kill them

@franknew9001

4 жыл бұрын

A plumber who recommended Zep Root Kill to me said after using it, don't use any water in the house for at least 8 hours or more to give it time to make good contact with the roots. If you use a lot of water right after doing a Zep treatment, you are wasting your time and money. I always use Zep just before I leave the house for a vacation, to give it plenty of time to work. I have been using it for over 25 years with great results.

@vanhelsing8776

4 жыл бұрын

frank new Makes perfect sense to me, thanks!

if it works then do a demonstration, just making another generic video with affiliate links means nothing

@PlumbingPartsPro

4 жыл бұрын

Well aren't you a pleasant person. 🙄 (that was sarcasm if you didnt catch it) I have an updated PVC sewer line that doesnt have the loose joints like cast iron and terracotta pipe where roots can enter as easily so it would be a false video. If you still dont understand how the process works from our video and the directions on the bottle maybe you should hire a local plumbing professional. Have a nice weekend.