Baking soda and vinegar can break down mineral deposits that build up in drains and cause blockages. The drains in your home are a workhorse—but over time, they can accumulate food waste, oil, coffee ...

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Clogged drains are a household issue we all face at some point, regardless of whether we're homeowners, renters or visitors. Whether it’s due to a paper towel down the sink or a clump of hair down the ...

If you're like us, you've noticed that every so often your kitchen sink drain starts to drain slowly or there's a funky smell emanating from it and it's stinking up your kitchen. Though it’s easy to ...

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Nothing interferes with a refreshing shower like a slow-draining bathtub. And that inch or two of water that sneaks up on you is also likely to leave a ring of soap scum and dirt that’s tough to clean ...

Drain blockages are things that shouldn’t be taken lightly. When a drain blockage is ignored, it could lead to several ...

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 ...

While a drain snake is usually preferred for cleaning drains, we don't always have one on hand. If you want to DIY your own ...

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If you have a houseful of guests, or are engaged in a holiday baking marathon, a clogged dishwasher can really slow down your operation. Hand washing all your dishes uses more time and water than ...

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