These steps will reduce your need for a drain cleaner. Open windows to air out the house occasionally to avoid the use of chemical air fresheners. Use alternative or less toxic, homemade products. One way to get a safer product is to make it yourself. Visit our Cleaning Recipes Page for more information.
Homemade products have definite advantages, but they also have disadvantages.
They may not clean as well. If you have used harsh cleaners on surfaces over a long period of time, the surface may be scratched. Then you will need strong chemicals to truly clean deep stains. Since they may not be as strong, they may take more time to work. More elbow grease may be required.