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  1. This Old House
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    How to Unclog Any Drain: Sink, Toilet, and Tub - This Old House

    • Before diving into clearing methods, it’s helpful to understand what typically causes drain clogs: 1. Hair and soap scum in bathroom sinks and showers 2. Food particles and grease in kitchen sinks 3. Min… See more

    Preventive Maintenance For Clogs

    Preventing clogs is easier than clearing them. Here are some tips to keep your drains flowing freely: 1. Use drain strainers in sinks and showers to catch hair and debris. 2. A… See more

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    When to Call A Professional to Fix A Clog

    While many clogs can be cleared with do-it-yourself methods, certain situations require professional help. Suppose you’re dealing with recurring clogs despite your best efforts, mul… See more

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    The Drawbacks of Chemical Drain Cleaners

    Many homeowners turn to chemical drain cleaners as a quick fix for clogs, but these products often cause more harm than good. They can damage pipes, particularly older ones, and … See more

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    Richard demonstrates how to handle simple clogs in a bathroom sink, kitchen sink, and toilet using different mechanical devices and the proper techniques. When using a plu… See more

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    Should you clear a clogged drain?
    Some of the reasons that you should clear a clogged drain include: Preventing water damage: A drain that isn’t draining properly can cause water to back up or overflow. If you’re not around to do something about it, this can lead to water damage to counters, floors, or walls. Water damage can also lead to mold growth, which can be costly to remove.
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  1. Here are some remedies to unclog a drain12345:
    • Pour one cup of fresh baking soda down the drain, followed by one cup of white vinegar. Wait 15 minutes and then run hot tap water down the drain to clear the clog.
    • Pour boiling water down the drain.
    • Squeeze a few tablespoons of dish soap down the drain and let it sit. After a few minutes, give the clog the boiling water treatment.
    • Mix up half a cup of baking soda and half a cup of white vinegar. Pour it down your drain, let it sit, and follow with a couple quarts of boiling water.
    • Use a plunger on the drain if there’s standing water; otherwise, pour in a clog-buster like boiling water or vinegar and baking soda. Manually remove deeper clogs by reaching a tool like a wire hanger or drain stick into the drain and pulling out the gunk.
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    • Pour one cup of fresh baking soda down the drain, followed by one cup of white vinegar.
    • Place a rubber stopper or other sink hole cover over the drain opening.

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    Pour boiling water down the drain. Use a plunger. Use baking soda and vinegar (the natural alternative to chemicals)! Take the drain cover off and pull out the clog by hand. Use a hook. Use a plumbers’ snake (also sometimes called a "toilet jack" or an "electric eel"). Use chemicals. Call a plumber.

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    Squeeze a few tablespoons of dish soap down the drain and let it sit. If the dish soap is able to reach the clog, it will begin to break down the grease and its bond to the pipe. After a few minutes, give the clog the boiling water treatment, pouring a few cups of boiling water down the drain at a time.

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    "If you have a slow-draining bathroom sink, one of the simplest things you can do to clear it is mix up half a cup of baking soda and half a cup of white vinegar," says George Calabrese, the owner of Calabrese Plumbing in Fairfax, Virginia. "Pour it down your drain, let it sit, and follow with a couple quarts of boiling water."

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    Use a plunger on the drain if there’s standing water; otherwise, pour in a clog-buster like boiling water or vinegar and baking soda. Manually remove deeper clogs by reaching a tool like a wire hanger or drain stick into the drain and pulling out the gunk.

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    How do you fix a clogged drain?
    Place the plunger over the drain opening, creating a seal. Push down gently to expel air, then pull up sharply. Repeat the plunging motion several times. Richard emphasizes the importance of pulling up on the plunger rather than just pushing it down. This action helps break up the clog and allows gravity to do its work.

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    What are some good ways to stop sinus drainage at home?

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    Sinusitis is the inflammation of the sinuses caused by allergies or bacterial or viral infections. There are symptoms like constant headache, heaviness in the head, nasal blockages, post-nasal drip, and nasal discharge. Usually, sinusitis is due to infections, the mucus will be dark yellow or green colored and sticky. It can be treated by a proper course of antibiotics, anti-allergic, and pain reliever medicines. Some of the good ways to stop sinusitis at home are Steam inhalation with menthol and the application of menthol-containing vaporub which relieves nasal congestion. Saline nasal drops also can be used to relieve nasal stuffiness. Foods rich in Vitamin C, ginger, and honey must be consumed for boosting immunity and to stop sinus drainage.
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    Should you clear a clogged drain?
    Some of the reasons that you should clear a clogged drain include: Preventing water damage: A drain that isn’t draining properly can cause water to back up or overflow. If you’re not around to do something about it, this can lead to water damage to counters, floors, or walls. Water damage can also lead to mold growth, which can be costly to remove.

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    How to unclog a drain naturally?
    Baking Soda and Vinegar This one is probably the most popular home remedy you can find to unclog a drain naturally (and on the cheap). In most cases, it can work wonders, however, it’s important to apply it properly otherwise you won’t go far with it. How it works: Chemically, baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) is a base while vinegar is an acid.

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    How do you stop a clogged drain from fizzing?
    Pour an equal amount of white vinegar down the drain. Let the mixture sit in the drain for 15 to 30 minutes. Cover the drain with a drain stopper or rag to keep the fizzing action contained within the drain. After the waiting period, boil a pot of water and carefully pour it down the drain. Check to see if the drain is flowing more freely.

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    Can baking soda and vinegar clog a drain?
    Baking soda and vinegar is a viable solution for light to moderate clogs, and it’s easier on your plumbing system than harsh commercial drain cleaners. As anyone who has ever conducted the elementary school volcano science experiment knows, when you mix vinegar and baking soda together, it causes a vigorous bubbling reaction.

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    How to Unclog a Sink Drain: 5 Methods That Work

    Mar 29, 2023 · Learn how to clear a clogged sink drain with plunger, boiling water, baking soda and vinegar, auger or drain snake. Find out which method is best for your type of pipes and what supplies you need.

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    How to Clear a Clogged Drain - The New York Times

    Jun 9, 2022 · If you’ve noticed your drain beginning to slow, but not fully stop up, bring a kettle of water to a boil, then carefully pour it down the drain a batch at a time, letting the heat ease into the...

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    8 Ways to Unclog a Sink or Tub Drain - Angi

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    How to Clear a Clogged Drain | Reviews by Wirecutter

    Jun 2, 2022 · First, pour a few tablespoons of dish soap into the drain, and let it sit for a few minutes, to give the soap time to reach the clog. Then flush it out with boiling water.

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    How to Clean and Unclog a Kitchen Sink Drain - Family …

    Oct 3, 2024 · Save yourself the plumbing service call and clear your clogged drain yourself. In this article, we'll show you how to unclog a kitchen sink using a plunger and drain snake to clear up the most stubborn drain clogs.

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    4 DIY Drain Cleaner Recipes That Use Natural …

    Sep 21, 2023 · These DIY drain cleaners can be made using household supplies, like baking soda, vinegar, cream of tartar, salt, and hot water. For best results, use one of these cleaners on a monthly basis to prevent clogs in your …

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    How to Unclog a Sink Drain—8 Different Ways - Real …

    Updated on July 31, 2024. In This Article. View All. In This Article. Frequency. Bathroom Sink. Kitchen Sink. Photo: Chiociolla/Getty Images. Knowing how to unclog a drain is one of those underrated skills every adult should possess. A …

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