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Clean and maintain your drain with DF 5000. DF 5000 Gel drain treatment utilizes an extra-thick advanced blend of special bacteria cultures and free enzymes to coat drains and cut through decomposing organic materials. DF 5000 gel also improves drain flow, leaving behind a fresh scent and preventing costly blockages.
DF 5000 Drain Gel is NOT labeled for control of drain flies or any insect pest. DF 5000 is a drain cleaner. For control of drain flies please see our Drain Fly Kit which comes with complete instructions and is advised for people with new infestations of Drain Flies.
Product Documents
| Active Ingredient | Bacteria cultures and free enzymes |
|---|---|
| For use in | Drains |
| Application | Direct application to drains to clean and maintain. Apply 4 oz to each drain once daily for one week |
| Pet safe | Yes; when used as directed |
| Shipping Weight | 2.27 lbs |
| Manufacturer | J.I. Holcomb Mfg |
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DF5000 Drain Gel is an innovative blend of bacteria cultures and free enzymes in an active stabilization medium designed to reduce or eliminate drain fly food sources that promote drain fly development. The heavy gel formulation coats drain lines to attack decomposing organic masses and quickly break down gelatinous organic material where drain flies develop. DF5000 is NOT an insecticide, rather it is a drain cleaner designed to keep drain lines free of the organic matter that acts as a food source and egg-laying area for drain flies.
Drain fly food sources and breeding areas
PESTS CONTROLLED WITH DF5000 DRAIN GEL: Organic buildup in drains
Use DF5000 Drain Gel to eliminate odors and organic buildup in drains in bathrooms, kitchens, and floors. The decaying organic matter found in the “j” traps in floor drains and sink drains provide both a food source and breeding ground for drain flies, fruit flies, phorid flies, and other fly pests. These fly pests cannot be eliminated unless this breeding ground is directly attacked. Treating clogged drains with hot water, bleach, ammonia, or other ordinary drain cleaners is inefficient. Only the regular use of a highly concentrated, professional strength gel like DF 5000 will adequately cut through drain scum. DF 5000 Drain Gel is NOT labeled for control of drain flies or any insect pest. DF 5000 is a drain cleaner.
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Bacteria cultures and free enzymes
To use DF 5000 Drain Gel Treatment:
1. If drain to be treated is not used regularly, first moisten the drain with 1 to 2 gallon of warm water before treatment
2. Apply product at periods of time during the day when drains are in lowest usage. 3. Apply 4 oz. DF 5000 to each drain around the edges, making sure to coat the sides.
4. Repeat daily for 5-7 days and then every 1-2 weeks for ongoing maintenance.
5. For drains that have a very heavy layer of scum, clean the drain with a brush before beginning treatment for immediate results and then maintain with DF 5000 to prevent further build-up.
NOTE: DF 5000 is not a substitute for general sanitation. The problem area must be cleaned completely, including eliminating standing water as much as possible and properly disposing of food waste into a plastic bag in a trash receptacle with a tight fitting lid. When the area has been sufficiently cleaned, the drains may be treated with DF 5000 Drain Gel. For treatment of floor or through drains, first remove the screens and scrape off any organic matter. Keep out of reach of children.
Always read the product label completely before use.
Each quart (32 oz.) bottle yields 8 drain treatments.
Apply 4 oz. per drain per application
No use site restrictions. Use only in drains and drain lines.
Indoors-
Apply 4 oz. per drain daily for 5 days. Apply 4 oz. per drain monthly thereafter. If drain flies re-appear, apply 4 oz. every other day for 5 days, then 4 oz. monthly or as needed.
Outdoors-
DF5000 is not intended for outdoor use.
1. DF 5000 Drain Gel bacteria cultures and free enzymes in an active stabilization medium designed to eliminate drain scum.
2. Unique, extra thick gel coats drain lines to attack decaying organic masses.
3. DF 5000 improves drain flow and prevents costly blockages.
4. DF 5000 may be used in any drain that clogs easily or where flies are a problem.
5. DF 5000 will not harm metal, plastic, or glass plumbing.
6. DF 5000 is certified salmonella-free.
7. 2 to 4 year shelf life.
8. DF 5000 eliminates odors.
9. DF 5000 is packaged in a 32 ounce clear bottle with scale for precisely measured treatments.
10. Safe for septic systems.
*Use weekly or monthly for maintenance of drains.
*When applying in a drain with a garbage disposal, turn on the disposal for a few seconds to distribute the gel throughout the drain.
*Do not flush with water after application.
*Glue boards can be used to monitor drain fly activity throughout treatment.
*DF5000 is not a direct insecticide or a substitute for general sanitation.
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Surprise, surprise: eco-friendly stuff won't rid you of drai
By Steven on 01/03/2012
Verified Purchase
We returned from a week's trip to find a shower drain infested w/drain flies for the 1st time. Common-sense remedies (boric acid powder, "Liquid Pipe Snake") didn't work (after several weeks), so I found myself here. Reading the majority of good reviews, I thought I couldn't go wrong. I followed the treatments exactly - but after 5 treatments, the shame of drain flies was back. I had enough left for a couple more days, so I figured that would do it. Nope, they were back in full force - "eco-friendly" cleaning means NOTHING to gnasty gnats! At my final straw, I decided to try an insect spray; trouble was that spraying DOWN into a drain doesn't work, when the can needs to be upright to spray! So, I made a cup out of foil, went outside (to avoid the aerosol smell) & sprayed some "OFF! with DEET" in the cup (2 tbsp or so) & poured it around the perimeter of the drain. Next day - NO FLIES!! I did one more treatment as insurance, but an oz. of DEET was worth 2 lbs. of the DF5000 "cure". The moral? If you want a VERY expensive eco-friendly-drain-fly-house-cleaner, buy DF5000. If you want RID of the DFs, get some cheap "Liquid Plumber Gel" & a can of "OFF!". Clean the drain well, rinse w/hot water, & pour in the "OFF!" to sit overnight. I'm all for eco-friendly, but I'm not coddling drain flies. DR5000 is a TOTAL waste of money, if you REALLY want rid of these horrid pests.
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81 of 88 people found this review helpful
DF 5000 Really Works!!!!
By Bunny on 07/09/2010
After cooking for 56 years for my family I suddenly was invaded by many hundreds of Drain Flies for 3 years; coming out of the drain, hitting me in the face, landing in food I was preparing. They don't look or act like fruit flies. They hardly fly, they appear & disappear right in front of your eyes. So you can't see them to kill them?? They set up camp in every drain, on all 3 floors of my home. A couple of them even flew into my refrigerator. As a test, I kept the door shut for two hours, figuring I could get a whole DEAD sample to have identified; Guess what..after 2 hours they flew out alive!! I always used bleach, boiling water, vinegar, baking soda...That didn't prevent them, or get rid of them. After researching on the WWW, I discovered the info about DF 5000. I followed directions, IT REALLY works. You must treat every drain that 1st week!! Or they WILL move to an untreated drain. It took one season to get rid of them. I'm now reordering & so grateful there is a solution, and especially that it's a Natural One. Greatgrandmabunny
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43 of 45 people found this review helpful
Didn't help a bit
By Ken on 05/02/2010
Verified Purchase
It almost seemed like we had a small baby boom of flys after we used the product in our one sink kitchen. I threw twenty bucks down the drain at a time when I couldn't afford it :( sad panda
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33 of 37 people found this review helpful
This works.
By Db on 06/29/2010
We've had a residential drain fly problem off and on for a year. We tried numerous things only to have the drain flies return days later. So we were skeptical about DF 5000. But we bought DF 5000 and started to use exactly as directed. (The 4oz dose seems like a lot when you're pouring... but we made sure to use the full amount.) Within a day, there were no flies. It's been three weeks...no flies. We plan to keep up with the recommended maintenance. Order showed up quickly and in good shape. All in all, a better-than-expected experience.
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33 of 34 people found this review helpful
Great stuff - it works
By John on 07/27/2010
I purchased the DF 5000 to clear my drains and get rid of phorid flies. After using for a 5-7 days as directed, when can I expect to see the flies completely gone? In other words, how long do these annoying pests live?
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I have drain flies and want to get rid of them. Both products seem to do the same thing. Is one stronger than the other? Is the Biodrain more environmentally friendly?
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13 of 13 people found this answer helpful
I was thinking DF 5000 Drain Fly Gel and/or InVade Bio Drain Gel as well as Gentrol Aerosol. What is the difference between the DF & InVade?
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DF 5000 Drain Gel
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