Although a liquid drain cleaner can remove light debris, it doesn’t stop the buildup. The frequent use of drain cleaners can eventually eat away the lining of your pipes and cause significant damage to your home’s plumbing system. The one common main ingredient in chemical drain cleaners is sodium hypochlorite, which is more commonly known as bleach. When these products are inserted into the drain, the chemical reaction causes water temperature to rise dramatically to blast through the clog. The bleach then works to break down the hair causing the clog. But if the chemicals aren’t functioning properly, it can break down the lining of your pipes without breaking down elements of the clog. If the chemical drain cleaner fails to clean the clog, let the plumber know which product was used. Exposure to these chemicals can be hazardous if it splashes onto the skin.