Have you ever started the shower and then got in to realize you were about to take a bath instead, thanks to a clogged drain? (People with long hair — I know you feel me on this one.) Drains can clog ...

This is a detailed guide on how to unclog the shower drain with baking soda and vinegar and restore smooth water drainage.

You can use a regular plunger to unclog your shower and sink drains. After removing the drain cover, run a bit of water to cover the bottom of the plunger cup. Then, move the plunger up and down (like ...

Store-bought drain cleaner can seem like a godsend when you're ankle deep in gross, dirty water. But, as any plumber will tell you, all those chemicals can take a toll on pipes. So before you bring in ...

With all puns possibly intended, most folks know the sinking feeling of a clogged drain. These inconveniences typically come at the worst time, when the sink is full of food, toothpaste or worse items ...

We asked two professional plumbers if dish soap was safe to use for clogged drains. Here's what they had to say.

Clogged drains are a household issue we all face at some point, regardless of whether we're homeowners, renters or visitors. Whether it’s due to a paper towel down the sink or a clump of hair down the ...

First, boil a large pot of water on the stove—the pot should be big enough to fill the sink with water. Pour 1/2 cup of dish soap (it doesn't have to be Dawn, but should be a soap that cuts grease) ...

You use your sink on a daily basis to rinse everything from your hands, body, and hair to dishes and veggies. So when water starts draining a little more slowly than usual and even the best drain ...

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Learn how to clean your kitchen sink drain with this simple and effective method. Discover tips for preventing clogs and maintaining an odor-free drain.

We don’t always have the answers, but we have some people on speed dial who do — which is why we present to you our series FYI where we have experts explain if lip balm is actually bad, how often you ...