How to Clear a Clogged Sink Drain—Without Needing to Call a Plumber

Fill the sink about halfway with hot tap water. Position the plunger over the submerged drain. Cover the sink overflow (the ...
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Plumbing pros warn households not to pour boiling water down drains in winter to avoid leaks

It might seem like a quick and easy solution, but boiling water in drains is a disaster, so here's what to try instead ...

12 Things You Should Never Put Down the Drain—Even if You Have a Garbage Disposal

It's never a good idea to pour bleach down your drain—bleach is highly corrosive and can eat away at your pipes. It can also chemically react with any food scraps down there, or other cleaners and ...
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How Drain Detailer Grew From a DIY Fix Into a Reusable Alternative to Wasteful, Single-Use Drain Cleaners

As a reusable clog removal tool, the Drain Detailer stands out as a more environmentally friendly solution that can fix sink ...
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Can You Unclog A Drain With Baking Soda?

Wondering if baking soda can unclog your drain? Learn when this DIY method works, when it doesn’t, and the safest way to clear slow or clogged drains.
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Drainage woes keeping the flow flowing

DR. VOSS WROTE: "How do you keep sink/shower drains from accumulating stinky gunk and, if it is already there, how do you get rid of it? "A couple weeks ago, we replaced our kitchen counter tops. When ...

Boiling Water Isn't The Answer To Frozen Pipes – Here's What To Do Instead

Did you forget to leave the heat on or a faucet dripping and now you have a frozen pipe on your hands? Boiling water isn't ...

Can Produce Stickers Go Down The Drain? A Plumber Explains Why You Should Think Twice

Pasta and rice: They expand with water and can block pipes. Linares says a good practice is to purchase a wire mesh strainer ...