Clearing a clogged drain in a sink, bathtub or toilet is often a fairly simple do-it-yourself project, if the correct approach is used. Following are some tips that can clear up clogs and help prevent ...

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There's nothing worse than hopping in the shower for a relaxing escape from a long day, only to look down and realize you're standing in a few inches of water. Another not-so-joyous moment? When your ...

Sluggish or blocked sink and tub drains are usually easy to clear if you attend to them promptly, but the best strategy is prevention. Use strainers or baskets (the kind that also function as stoppers ...

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When the shower water rises to your ankles or a toilet flush leads to an overflow, it’s time to add unclogging your drains to your cleaning schedule. A clogged pipe or drain is a common problem, but ...

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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 ...