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With these simple steps, you can learn how to unclog a sink and save yourself a call to the plumber ...

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 ...

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 ...

Though convenient, liquid drain cleaners aren't always the right solution to clearing clogs in your sinks, tubs, and showers. These products can damage pipes and septic systems, and don't always work ...

If you find yourself dealing with a clogged sink or toilet and you don't have any drain cleaner on hand, you may already have something in the laundry room that you can use — your laundry detergent.