call

Biodegradable Soaps: Beneficial for Your Pipes and Budget

Palm Tree BG Accent-01
animated man in a green shirt with a speech bubble saying "Better Call Brian"

It is critical to consider everything that goes through your water pipes, as they impact plumbing maintenance and your water bill. One of the key things traveling through pipes that can cause decay is soap. If you are using average soap from the store, you may consider using biodegradable soaps instead.

Why Biodegradable Soap?

The biggest difference between biodegradable soap and standard soap for water pipes is the buildup of scum in the pipes. When soap scum continues to accumulate over time, your pipes will become clogged. This can cause your pipes to break and leak, causing extensive water damage within your home. You may even need to replace pipes in your home to prevent your water from becoming unconsumable due to the buildup and clogged pipes.

Where Can I Find Biodegradable Soap?

Some biodegradable soaps are found in stores or purchased through retailers. Most options are found with the camping gear, but there are also some that are homemade. The big positive factor of biodegradable soaps is their lack of phosphate and triclosan, both of which can be harmful and create scum in your pipes. Homemade soaps often do not often have these chemicals, and they break down easier when washed down the drain, leaving less scum. 

Can Biodegradable Soap Help with Your Water Bill?

Since biodegradable soaps break down faster than the average soap, less water is required to wash and clear away soap buildup, allowing your home to conserve water and save on your utility bill. Also, less water flowing through your pipes can prolong their longevity, preventing water leaks from clogged pipes and conserving water.

What Are Environmental Benefits of Biodegradable Soaps?

When you use soaps and detergents full of phosphates, these chemicals make their way through your septic system and back through the water system. Eventually, this phosphate will make its way into large water sources and cause damage to aquatic life, and promote extensive algae growth, which is dangerous for the surrounding environment.

Contact Brian Wear Plumbing Today!

Do you suspect you have decaying pipes or soap scum buildup? Contact us today for more information on plumbing needs or for a thorough, professional inspection of your plumbing system.

a flooded home with water waist high

Water Damage Assessment: How Professionals Evaluate Your Columbia Property

When water invades your home, the immediate visible damage is often just the tip of the iceberg. A burst pipe might leave a puddle on the floor, but where else did that water go? Did it seep behind the baseboards? Has it wicked up into the drywall? Is it pooling in the subfloor? These are questions that a quick glance cannot answer.
grey water under a washing machine

Clean Water vs. Gray Water vs. Black Water: Understanding Damage Categories – Restoration

When you discover water damage in your home, your first instinct is to clean it up as fast as possible. But not all water is the same. The source of the water intrusion determines its level of contamination, and this is the most critical factor in how you should approach the cleanup process. The restoration industry classifies water damage into three distinct categories: clean water, gray water, and black water.

Columbia’s Spring Storms: Protecting Your Plumbing from Flooding and Damage

Spring in Columbia brings welcome relief from winter cold, but it also ushers in a season of heavy rains and powerful storms. While blooming flowers and warmer days are a delight, the threat of torrential downpours poses a significant risk to your home's plumbing system. An unprepared home can quickly fall victim to basement flooding, sewage backups, and expensive water damage. The sheer volume of water from a spring storm can easily overwhelm your property's drainage and plumbing, leading to costly and stressful repairs.
View All Blogs