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  • Eliminates plant roots present in the sewer lines
  • Causes no harm to trees or plants
  • Spring and fall application
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About This Product

Instant Power Root Destroyer is designed to eliminate roots of plants and trees in sewer lines. After roots have accumulated enough copper sulfate, the roots will die and decay and water flow will increase. It will not harm trees or plants. As roots re-grow, follow up treatment will be required. We recommend using twice per year (Spring and Fall). Directions: Apply 1 pound of product (the whole container) twice a year to household sewers by flushing in a toilet closest to the main sewer line. If the toilet is not flushing well, try flushing pound at a time.

Highlights

  • Kills roots of plants and trees invading sewer lines
  • Does not harm trees or plants
  • Large copper sulfate crystals
  • Apply twice per year (spring and fall)
  • Easy to use- just pour in toilet
  • 100% money back guarantee
  • Return Policy

Product Information

Internet # 204374022

Model # 1885

Store SKU # 1004836315

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Specifications

Dimensions: H 6.06 in, W 3 in, D 3 in

Dimensions

Product Depth (in.)

3 in

Product Height (in.)

6.06 in

Product Width (in.)

3 in

Details

Chemical Form

Granular

Commercial / Residential

Commercial / Residential

Compatible Pipe Material

Multi-Purpose

Container Size (oz.)

16.0

Features

Kills Drain Roots, Prevention Formula, Septic Safe

For Septic Use

Septic Safe

Maintenance, Repair & Supplies Product Type

Drain Openers & Chemicals

Number of treatments per container

1

Pack Size

1

Prevention formula

Yes

Returnable

90-Day

Set Time (Min.)

480

Type of Issue

Drain

Where to Use

Toilet

Warranty / Certifications

Certifications and Listings

No Certifications or Listings

Manufacturer Warranty

100% Satisfaction Money Back Guarantee

Questions & Answers

Can this be used in the kitchen sink? My kitchen and bathroom have separate drains and only the kitchen is clogged with roots.
ByNov 13, 2022
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My sewer line is clog with tree roots, will this product work with standing water in the sewer line or do I have to wait till the water drain?.
BySep 29, 2022
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Yes, Instant Power Root Destroyer will still work if there is water in the drain BUT water does need to be flowing some so the product can get to the tree roots in the drain line.

By|Oct 3, 2022


    How do you use the copper sulfate crystals to kill cypress roots growing in lawn and driveway expansion joints and to kill small stumps left after cutting down saplings.
    BySep 9, 2022
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    Safe for septic systems?
    ByAug 4, 2022
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    If you have roots from the house to the septic system then Instant Power Root Destroyer will work and not harm the septic system. If you are trying to treat a leach field, then it will not work and you should not use it. If you have any questions, please call our helpline 1-800-613-4242. Thank you!!

    By|Aug 5, 2022


      Can this be used in the shower pipes?
      ByJul 15, 2022
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      No you can not put Root Destroyer down shower drain- only in toilet or directly in sewer line.

      By|Jul 21, 2022

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        Is there anything that will kill the tree roots on the outside of the pipes in the septic tank?
        ByFeb 18, 2022
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        My sump pump line discharges into the sanitary sewer main line (I know against code but grandfathered). Will this harm the sump pump?
        ByNov 3, 2021
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        It’s possible Root Destroyer can damage the sump pump so we advise against using it. Sorry and goodluck!!

        By|Nov 3, 2021


          How much do you use the first time?
          ByOct 14, 2021
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          Use the entire 1Lb bottle. If you have any other questions, please call our helpline 1-800-613-4242. Thank you!

          By|Jan 26, 2022


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            I use it to maintain my septic tank I have...
            I use it to maintain my septic tank I have a big house with 3 tanks and I never have a problem.. My neighbor has had his pumped 3 times in the past 15 years at a cost of $1.899.00 and a new one put in a year ago at a cost of $7.600.00.. He keeps asking me why I don't have problems with mine and I tell him.. You have to maintain them by adding things every 30 days or so and put Root Destroyer every 6 to 8 months and not a lot.. To maintain my septic system costs me around $80.00 a year and have owed my house for 20 years for a cost of $1.600.00 I'm way a head of the game but the biggest part is I have no problems..
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            Worked well. Faster than expected results....
            Worked well. Faster than expected results.
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            The directions say to pour 1/2 of the container at...
            The directions say to pour 1/2 of the container at a time and then flush....the product clumps in the bottom of the toilet and won’t flush. I eventually had to swirl them around and flush about 5-6 times. This product may work but getting into the sewer system is difficult.
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            Easy to use. And gets the job done
            Easy to use. And gets the job done
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