Judy Segal, 47, has always been a role model to her three daughters. When the girls were little, the single mother worked at a diner, picking her children up from daycare and band practice in between shifts and preparing a nutritious, serviceable dinner before she went to school at night.
“We had to tough it out back then,” Segal said. “But we knew that it wasn’t going to last forever.”
And now that her girls are grown up, Judy’s proud to see the mature, responsible young women that they’ve turned out to be. And she gets to rest a little, too.
“This year,” Judy says, “my girls told me, ‘Mom, don’t worry about Thanksgiving dinner. We’re taking care of it.’ I was so happy, for multiple reasons!”
The big night came and dinner was a hit. The turkey was juicy, the gravy was thick and full of flavor, and the sweet potatoes were some of the best Judy’s ever had. But when it came to cleanup, one little screw-up almost cost Judy hundreds of dollars.
“It happened when my daughter made a rookie mistake by pouring the turkey grease down the drain,” Judy says. “I didn’t realize it until the next day.”
Judy started washing some leftover dishes from the night before, but the water level in her sink just wouldn’t go down.
“I knew immediately what had happened,” Judy says.
Living in a home with four women, Judy’s no stranger to clogged drains. Normally, she’d pour some Drano down the pipes and let it do its magic. But this clog wasn’t budging.
“Financially,” Judy says, “we’re better off than we used to be. But that doesn’t mean I can spend hundreds on a plumber.”
But Judy was backed into a corner. Without any other options, she decided to call a plumber.
But when the plumber showed up, Judy was in for a surprise.
He turned out to be an old regular from the diner! As thanks for her years of great service (and keeping in the spirit of Thanksgiving), he decided to do her a favor. He went out to his truck and returned with a package of what looked like blue sticks. He told her that if this didn’t fix the drain in an hour, to call him and he’d be back.
He didn’t even charge her.
Judy inspected the package. It said “DrainStix.” She took one of the blue sticks out and put it down the drain. Sure enough, an hour later, the clog was gone and the water was draining perfectly.
“I couldn’t believe it,” Judy says. “It was so nice of him to do that. Boy did I get lucky!”
Segal called the plumber to thank him, telling him that she was surprised the DrainStix worked better than the Drano she had been using. The plumber told Segal that Drano should be avoided at all costs, and if she kept using it, she was going to be needing him again sooner than she’d like. Liquid drain cleaners are corrosive to metal pipes, and cause a heated chemical reaction that warps plastic ones.
“These things are a lifesaver,” Segal said. “They work like a charm. And the best part? I can use them on my shower, too. I don’t have to stick my fingers into that disgusting drain to pull out wads of hair anymore.”
“Sometimes,” Segal said, “what seems like a curse is actually a blessing. I’m absolutely in love with these DrainStix. Simply put, it’s made being a mom just a little bit easier.”
Curious about these DrainStix, we decided to do a little research
They’re a drain cleaner and deodorizer that remove and prevent clogs by using powerful enzymes to break down clogs and backups without using toxic chemicals, meaning they’re completely safe for plumbing and septic tanks. They also remove all odors in the drain caused by food particles or mildew.
Originally made as an at-home solution for clogged pipes, Drainstix only recently became available to the public. The inventor of Drainstix, Professor Wil Stevens, says they were invented with a simple purpose: Help the everyday person unclog their drains so they don’t spend $100’s on plumber fees. It’s a story he knows all too well…
“One night,” Stevens says, “my bathroom sink clogged, and water started leaking all over the floor. I even went downstairs and turned the water off, but for some reason it was still leaking. So, I had to call a plumber for an emergency visit. He told me it was going to be $450! I couldn’t believe he had the nerve… but what other option did I have? And, you know what the worst part is? He was in and out of my home in 15 minutes! That’s how long it took him to fix the clogged drain!”
Professor Stevens understandably felt ripped off. So what did he do?
He used his knowledge of chemistry to create a product that would dissolve grease with a specialized enzyme, doing the work of any plumber or handyman, and for a fraction of the cost.
And, it was a hit. Investors quickly saw the potential for such an amazing product, and, in 2019, Drainstix was released to the public.
How does it work?
Each DrainStix stick is about six inches long, and thin enough to easily fit down the drain. All you have to do is put one in it at the beginning of each month, and your drains remain clog-free all year.
As it sits in the drain pipe, the natural contact with water through everyday use causes a chemical reaction. The Drainstix breaks down to slow-release a concentrated blend of enzymes that clear backups, clogs and grease.
Not only that, but it works as a powerful deodorizer, keeping “drain stink” from rising up to greet you.
Everybody Seems To Be Getting In On This Trend
Millions of households across the nation have stopped using harmful Drano and are adopting DrainStix in its place. They’re frustrated with Drano never working as advertised, and more and more people are learning about the harmful effects that Drano has on your pipes, causing erosion, cracks and breaks.
People are using DrainStix for:
The kitchen sink: removing build ups of food, oil, and grease
The bathroom sink: dissolving clogged hair and gooped up toothpaste
In the bathtub drain: keeping the pipes free from hair clogs and mildew buildup
In the garbage disposal: eliminating obnoxious odors and clogs
But… Is it Really Worth All This Hype?
Since its public debut, Drainstix has been constantly selling out! Every time they get some in stock, it gets bought right up! And, most of these have been repeat purchases… meaning, people love them so much, they buy even more! (It’s amassed a ton of loyal followers too)
Drainstix has easily developed a cult following. Here are some customer reviews:
“I love this product! It works better than Drano! It’s very fast acting. My bathroom sink was draining so slowly and it started draining a lot faster after just a Few minutes of having it in my sink”
“I have to use this because my long curly hair clogs our shower drain. I use 1 stick each month and all is well.”
“I bought these primarily to address "stinky drain" issues and so far, I am quite satisfied. I got the package (quick shipping by the way), opened it and dropped the strip in the drain--easy enough. It has been a few weeks and there is NO SMELL. I'm calling that a win and recommending this product to anyone who is having a similar problem. Another plus is that it was cheaper than similar products so, Win, Win.”
We wanted to get a professional’s opinion on the effectiveness of DrainStix, so I talked to professional Plumber and Handyman Joel Ortega, to see if the hype was justified. Here’s his take:
“Drainstix is by far the most effective tool I’ve seen for the everyday person to unclog their drain. I gave it to my daughters when they moved out on their own… they never quite learned how to unclog a pipe from dear old dad… and they’ve never had a clogged drain. In fact, I’ve been using it in my own work! It works quickly and effectively… and if it doesn’t clear the clog, chances are, nothing will, and we’ll need to replace the pipe. It’s just that good.”
- Joel Ortega, Plumber/Handyman
After Ortega’s endorsement, it was finally time to put DrainStix to the test.
We were blown away by all the positive feedback when we looked into the Drainstix. If they were even half as good as people were saying, we knew they’d be a game changer. So, we ordered a few to try them out.
We decided to have 3 different tests: Could it clear a clogged kitchen sink? Could it clear a clogged shower drain with hair? And, does it really eliminate smells?
Two days after ordering it, the DrainStix package arrived and we put it to the test...
1) Kitchen Sink
Well, we didn’t have any clogged sinks… so, we poured a bunch of grease, food and gunk down the drain until it started to slow down. It got to the point where it would take 5 minutes for the water to drain. Perfect.
So, I dropped a stick down the drain and let it work its magic. An hour later, I came back, and the water was gone. I turned on the faucet full blast and the drain was gulping down the water, absolutely no backup.
Test 1: Passed
2) Shower Drain
The shower drain was already draining slow… thanks to all my hair. And, I always feel so guilty when my husband pulls all the hair out… So, this was the perfect opportunity to test the Drainstix.
Just like before, I put the Drainstix down the drain and let it sit. When I came back, the drain was working like new!
Test 2: Passed
3) Odors
Now, I hate brushing my teeth every morning. The bathroom sink just reeks. I don’t know what caused it, and, frankly, I don’t want to know. I was just hoping the Drainstix would solve it...
Well, I put one down the drain in the evening, and when I went to brush my teeth in the morning, it was completely odor-free! I was ecstatic!
Test 3: Passed
Now, how much does it cost? (And… is it worth it??)
Now, Drainstix costs AU$17 for a box, which has 12 sticks in it, which I think is a pretty good buy, especially when you compare it to the fact that a plumber will costs hundreds of dollars…
Plus, it’s a permanent solution. Not only does it get rid of the clogs you already have, but it keeps new ones from forming.
And, the best part, is I didn’t have to get my hands dirty with any kind of clean up. It’s like I put these things in and *poof*, all my problems went away! Plus, you don’t have to worry about your pipes eroding. For the price, I’d say it’s a bargain. And, they even offer a full refund if you’re not satisfied.
If you have clogged or slowed drains, or you just don’t want to pay those crazy plumber fees, order Drainstix at its official website here.
UPDATE
As of Sunday, September 20, 2026, DrainStix is offering a special discount for AU residents. But hurry, due to extremely high demand, DrainStix has sold over 3.5 million packages and is frequently in and out of stock. Due to its popularity and positive reviews, the company is so confident in their product that they are now offering a one-time first time buyer 50% discount. (Hint: These make great gift ideas for family and friends!)
To see if they are still in stock and if you qualify for the discount, click the button below.
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Just happened to need something to unclog a pesky drain that always seems to fill every few days. This is SO useful for my flooding bath tub! I love how I'm able to just drop it right in and not worry about it at all!
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