Avoiding Toilet Tablet Cleaners in Mukilteo│ Plumbing & Heating Specialist

We get the appeal of toilet tablet cleaners. You just drop a blue circular disc in the toilet tank, and it does the rest. No need to worry about any wiping or scrubbing on your end. However, as convenient as these cleaners may be, we must advise you not to use them. Here are a few reasons to consider using another method to clean your toilets in Mukilteo.

Why Toilet Tablet Cleaners Are Harmful

Tablet cleaners were released in the 90’s and got tremendous hype since they relieved homeowners of an undesirable chore. However, plumbing services reported a spike in toilet repairs not long after the cleaner’s release. Further studies revealed the damage was due to the bleach from the tablets. The bleach alkalinized the water, causing corrosion and brittleness to vital components, such as the flapper, flush valve, and any other parts containing rubber and plastic.

Many homeowners simply dropped a tablet in the tank and forgot about it. This meant a slow, consistent, and prolonged release of alkaline into the water, destroying the toilet while cleaning it.

In-tank tablet cleaners did so much damage that toilet manufacturers even began including a clause in their warranties. The statement warns the warranty will not cover damage from tablet cleaners.

What’s the Solution?

The solution is simple: Stay away from in-tank cleaners and stick to toilet cleaning the manual way – with yellow latex gloves and a toilet brush. We realize it’s not a fun household chore, but your toilet will be healthy and germ-free, not to mention free of odors.

Clean Your Toilet the Old-Fashioned Way in Mukilteo

Aside from regular toilet cleaning, the techicians at Plumbing & Heating Specialists are available to help with all plumbing issues, large and small. Check out our special offers to keep checkups affordable. As for those toilet tablet cleaners, we realize they’re tempting to use, but resist the urge. Contact us today for all your heating and plumbing needs.

Toilet Tablet Cleaners: Repairs and Maintenance in Mukilteo

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Posted on July 14, 2020 | Published by Ignite Local | Related Local Business

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Keerstin Whitefield

15/07/2021

I can’t speak highly enough of Darrell and his associates! Not only did they come out to service my furnace last minute they also gave me tons of great home maintenance tips! Hire them, you will not regret it.

Ko Wibowo

28/05/2021

I truly enjoyed working with this company, especially Darrell. He is not only a nice person but also skillful, professional, and knowledgeable. He wants to do things right, no negotiation. He will take whatever time it takes to achieve this. I also witnessed his patience and contribution in developing his plumber apprentice who came with him. He is certainly a rare person to find in this profession. Thank you, Darrell.

Kylee Johnson

06/04/2021

These guys are FANTASTIC! We had them replace a water pressure valve in our crawlspace but we also had them look at a few other concerns around our house that we recently purchased. Not only did Darrell take the time to inspect the areas of concern but he also spent time sharing advice and several tips for maintaining a home. As new homeowners, we were beyond grateful that he took the time to share some of his expertise and give us a peace of mind! Don't hesitate to have this company help with any plumbing or heating needs you may have!

Nicole Rojas

28/10/2020

Came out and fixed our gas leak within an hour. We have a home built in the 90's and they were still knowledgeable on what the problem was. Appreciated their service very much! Highly recommend!

Nyo Flores

29/09/2020

It's hard to find honest business owners nowadays. Called them to check on my furnace because the heater wasn't turning on, Thomas diagnosed my furnace and didn't find any issue and that the heater was working fine that day. He could have lied about it but he did not and told me that he won't be charging me for this. I'll be referring them to friends and family for sure and I will be using them again.

Charlene Swann

04/09/2020

I appreciate everything this company has done for me because I called them with my problem and they fixed and did a wonderful job, I called again for a different issue and with the quickness they were back out and again did a great job!

Chad Gibson

20/06/2020

The pressure relief valve on my hot water heater started leaking. Reached out to these guys, they were able to come next day. Very professional, did great work and had very fair prices. Happy customer!

James Naranjo

16/06/2020

Thomas and Darrell came out on time. They were very knowledgeable and their quote seemed fair. They even took the time to sweep, vacuum, and wipe the area, making it look better than it did before! Unlike previous experiences I’ve had, I did not feel pressured to have the work performed which was refreshing. Definitely will be referring them to friends and family.