A mouse eats box or RID-X septic tank treatment?
Is RID-X safe to eat? or is the mouse poisoned? If you get RID-X dust in your eyes, you are instructed to flush eyes for fifteen minutes with water, if wearing contact lenses, to remove them and flush for 15 minutes. You are instructed to wash hands thoroughly after using RID-X A mouse ate the contents of a small box of RID-X. I would like to know if he needs to refer to his health insurance coverage or his next of kin should file a claim on his life insurance :) ?
How can I get rid of rodents that are in the air ducts of my house?
The cats actually did catch a mouse and dispatched it rather quickly so at least they are earning their keep. I don't want to use Decon because there are a lot of indoor/outdoor cats in the neighborhood. And since I basically live somewhat out in the country, a lot of people let their dogs roam free as well.
What kind of household pest would eat HALF a loaf of bread after chewing a 1.5" hole in the plastic cover?
Today, I found that the wrapped loaf of white bread in our pantry was mauled. About half of it was missing, and presumably eaten by something. Closer inspection revealed a 1.5" hole in the plastic bag on the bread (GROSS). Is this a mouse? Roaches? I haven't found any pests or droppings of any kind in my house, and we don't have pets. The bread was stored off the floor on a shelf in our pantry. No other food appears to have been similarly affected. I am so grossed out and want to prevent this from happening again.
Is Drano / Liquid Plumber truly bad for your pipes?
We at Milani Plumbing, Drainage & Heating do not recommend the use of liquid drain cleaners like Drano or Liquid Plumr. Yes, there are plenty of people who have used these products successfully, however there are a lot of people who caused irreversible damage to their homes, themselves, or other people, due to unpredictable reactions.Pipe DamageLiquid drain cleaners typically have a pH of 14, and have a very powerful caustic effect. When the cleaner comes in contact with organic material, the reaction breaks down the material while producing gas and heat. The heat can damage the inner wall of polymer pipes and reduce the useful life of your drainage system. If the drains are metal, a corrosive effect can cause a major leak to appear in the system and cause damage to your home. Some polymers can also be weakened by the chemicals.InjuriesIf you check online, you will find accounts of liquid drain cleaner exploding back out of the drain and splashing on the user or an unsuspecting plumber, burning and scarring them. The gas itself is also caustic and can cause irritation or even permanent damage in your lungs and airways. As plumbers, we have to take extra care when dealing with pipes that have been recently treated with drain cleaner. Common injuries are chemical burns on skin, or eye and respiratory damage from fumes. Please be sure to ALWAYS inform your plumber if you’ve used liquid drain cleaner before they inspect your drains.AlternativesThe best method is prevention. Avoid letting any material go down your sink in the first place by using a drain catcher. Don’t pour oils, grease, or fats down the drain as well. You can also use baking soda and vinegar to periodically clean your pipes and prevent build up over time. Run hot water down your drain to loosen any build up. Pour a half cup of baking soda down your drain. Then, pour a combination of one cup of vinegar and one cup of hot water before covering the drain so that the foam doesn’t escape upwards. The reaction will be mild enough to dislodge loose particles without damaging your pipes or causing major injuries.