InVade Bio Drain is safe for the drain in the shower. It will break up organic matter in the drain. However, if there is an excessive amount of hair inside the drain, you may need to use a tool (you can purchase locally) that works well for unclogging and removing hair from the drain.
You can resume regular cleaning with soap and water 6-8 hours after InVade Bio Drain has been applied. Since it is used directly in the drain, it poses no threat to humans if used as directed.
InVade Bio Drain should be applied to drains at night when not use so the gel has time to work it’s way down the drain for several hours. Additional rinsing or rinsing with hot water is not needed. Normal use the next day is fine.
This process should be repeated for 7 consectutive nights for active insect activity and then once a week for maintenance.
InVade Bio Drain would not cause a slow drain and the microbes actually help unclog drains of organic matter that can cause a slow drain. You would leave in the drain over night (when less used) and then rinse in the morning.
InVade Bio Drain is a thick gel that slowly coats the inside of pipes as it is applied. The micro-organisms in the drain gel naturally break down the organic buildup inside the treated drains. This is why you want to wait as long as possible before using treated drains, so you are allowing the product to work before it is washed away. Once the drain is used, then some of the gel may remain in other parts of the pipe and continue to work if there is buildup in the pipes. If you are using the recommended 4 oz of drain gel per use, then this would not be enough product to move the water out of the p-trap.
InVade Bio Drain is typically used for drains as it coats the drain itself. However, we recommend reaching out to Rockwell Labs to see what they would recommend for washing machines: 816-283-3167.
InVade Bio Drain is not going to prevent drains from drying out due to non use. We would recommend visiting your local home improvement store to purchase the generic, flat rubber disc drain covers to help protect drains for extended periods.
Yes, InVade Bio Drain will work in an RV. Be sure that you are cleaning your system as directed.
You can use warm water to rinse out the sink after using the InVade Bio Drain overnight.
InVade Bio Drain can be used to dissolve organic matter and scum that builds up on the inside of drains as this is a thick gel that slowly coats the inside of pipes allowing the micro-organisms in the drain gel to naturally break down the organic buildup inside the treated drains. When first using InVade Bio Drain apply every other day for the first week and then continue to use once a week afterwards. Drains should be treated at night when sinks/drains will not be used and allow gel to work its way down the drain. If you are using the recommended 4 oz of drain gel per use, then this would not be enough product to move the water out of the p-trap.
For deeper drain treatments, Foam Fresh Bio-Sanitation Foam would be a more effective treatment as this uses 7 different microbes that double in population every 20 minutes resulting in faster results of removing organic buildup. This product also comes with an Up-Down actuator cone spray nozzle, drain actuator nozzle, and 17.5” long, 3.3mm semi-rigid hose.
InVade Bio Drain can be safely poured into any drain however, if there are no current issues such as drain fly activity or foul odors/ smells, etc then there would be no reason to apply in this drain.
Please view the product label for more information.
InVade Bio Drain is for direct use to drains, soda drain lines and drip trays to eliminate odors and prevent sugar snakes. This product is not labeled to be used inside of a washing machine. It can only be used in the drains. Please be sure to review the product label for more information and complete application instructions.
InVade Bio Drain is a gel that contains natural microbes to break down organic buildup in wet areas like drains. It will help to eliminate the breeding site for the drain flies but will not kill them directly. We cannot guarantee that this product will eliminate an infestation since a key part is sanitation as well. Please take a few moments to review our Drain Fly Treatment Guide for additional tips and videos to assist you on treating flies.
InVade Bio Drain works very well when there's a drain fly infestation but it does not include a pesticide to kill drain flies. InVade Bio Drain eats away naturally at the organic scum buildup in drains. Results can vary depending on the level of infestation. For best results, we recommend reading the Drain Fly Control Guide for further tips and information.
Per the label: Moisten drain with warm water (1-2 gal) if not used regularly, and apply at low drain usage times of the day. Apply to each drain around the edges sufficient to coat the sides of the drain. 4 oz : typical for a 4” drain. Adjust the amount up or down for larger or smaller drains. Repeat every other day for the first week then 1-2 times per week or as needed, for ongoing maintenance. InVade Bio Drain can also be used to treat sugary build-up that can clog soda fountain drip tray drain lines. Apply about 1 oz to each drain, weekly or as needed.
Per the InVade Bio Drain product label to foam the product, place 4-8 oz in a gallon of water add 2-4 oz of foaming agent, and apply using a foamer.
https://www.domyown.com/msds/InVade_Bio_Drain_Label_2023.pdf
Invade Bio Drain can be used in bathrooms, kitchens, or other areas in homes, businesses, and institutions. To confirm whether this product would be safe for your RV lines, we recommend contacting the manufacturer directly at 816-283-3167, or via their website's contact page here.
should be okay to use in a dishwasher drain. However, if the dishwasher is not draining there could be a number of issues that this product may not fix.
InVade Bio Drain is not labeled to be used in toilets, but can be used in kitchen drains.Invade SeptiTreat would be a better option for toilets.
