Plastic snakes can be pretty creepy, especially if you have an aversion to the real ones. They're definitely not a girl's best friend. Some people really like snakes, keeping them as pets like a dog or cat. Others are deathly scared of the reptiles and are repulsed by the thought of even touching one. Those are the two extremes.
With the plastic look-alikes being so realistic, it's easy to use them for playing a practical joke on someone. They seem so convincing and, with so many people deathly afraid of these creatures, some strong reactions can occur. Putting one on the floor of Mom's shower could prove interesting and entertaining, but that's not being advocated here. It might be fun, though.
The Farmer's Almanac, that time-tried and trusted volume of useful advice that's been around for ages untold, has a useful tip. Put some fake snakes in the garden to keep away pests and critters like mice, rats and rabbits. When these guys see a snake in their path, whether it's plastic, rubber or otherwise, they'll run (or hop) away. Mother Nature's instilled some innate desire in them to remain alive and these critters know that snakes eat critters. See ya!
There are other places these pretend snakes can be used for rodent deterrence. These include the greenhouse, the swimming pool and the patio area. Rats eventually become immune to rat bait but will never lose their fear of being a snake's next meal. Plus this method of rodent control is so much more environmentally friendly. It's a great solution to a common problem.
In a totally unrelated area, plumbing, devices of the same name are becoming more and more popular too. Drain snakes are used to unclog drains and traps. They used to be made exclusively from metal which made them a pain to use although they did the job fairly well. Using a heavy, rusty and cumbersome snake was just a pain, but the best way known to unclog a clog. Things have changed.
But now, with the advent of much stronger and more durable plastics, they're being made not only better but more efficient as well. Some of the more popular plastic drain cleaning snakes attach to a water source, so you're not just 'snaking' the drain but blasting it with a jet stream of water at the same time. Some models even have rotating side jets and a flusher jet up front to blow everything down the line and scour the entire pipe. That's a big improvement over the 'old days ways'.
A water-powered drain unclogger is a pretty useful idea. It can save a lot of hassle and expense down the road if you don't have to call a plumber to open a backed-up drain. These things work on soap scum and debris and, what nearly everybody has, hair clogs. Plus, they're small enough in diameter that you can even use them in pipes with really small drain openings.
Plastic snakes, as you've now read, have several uses each which can improve your well-being in some way. Not bad -- except for the snake on the shower floor trick. That could actually have a negative impact, and it's not being advocated here, okay? Just let your conscience be your guide and you'll be fine!
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