It's best to clean your p-trap every month or three to six months to prevent clogs that lead to slow-draining sinks. Remove any debris or clogs from the p-trap with your fingers before flushing the ...

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 ...

Clogged drains — ah, the household menace that strikes when you least expect it, right in the middle of washing dishes or taking a shower. It’s like they’re in cahoots with your Monday morning. But ...

Harsh chemicals don't always have to be the solution for clogged drains. Ryobi's 18V One+ drain auger is a possible DIY solution when compared to plumber fees.

HELP FOR DRAINS: When a drain or toilet is clogged, many of us reach for a chemical product or a plumber's phone number to fix the situation. An article on Mother Earth News' website lists ways to ...

Clogged drains can be an absolute nightmare, rendering sinks useless and leaving householders at the mercy of expensive chemicals or professional plumbers. Whether it's a slow-draining kitchen sink or ...

It's happening again: You're standing in the shower and the water is pooling at your ankles even though you didn’t stop the drain. You've got a blockage, and you're probably wondering how to unclog ...

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Clogged drains -- ah, the household menace that strikes when you least expect it, right in the middle of washing dishes or taking a shower. It’s like they’re in cahoots with your Monday morning. But ...