The drains in your home can handle a lot. But over time, grease, hair, and other debris can build up and cause clogs. If you're currently dealing with this issue, don't call your plumber just yet.

Any curve in a pipe increases the potential for blockage. Drain traps are one of the most common places for blockages to occur. Drains are hidden heroes in your home. If you’re lucky, you can go for ...

From fixing smooshed window blinds to unclogging drains, these quick DIY fixes will help you avoid the expense of hiring a ...

If your sink is gurgling, draining slower than usual, or giving off that suspicious musty smell, it's probably clogged. But before you reach for a pricey drain cleaner or call a plumber, there's a ...

If your drains have been slower than usual, it's probably about time you gave them a thorough cleaning. While this isn't everyone's favorite household chore, it's unfortunately a necessary task. When ...

Cleaning hair out from your shower drain is a task usually not tended to until it's a nasty chore. Clear out hair and gunk from your drain in a snap with nothing more than a humble cable tie.

Clogged drains are a big inconvenience and plungers require a lot of effort. There is a laundry supply you likely have that ...

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DO you know your earth pin from neutral? If not, you aren’t alone. Most of us don’t know how to do the most basic DIY jobs such as wiring a plug or unclogging a sink, a study has found. Please provide ...