First, boil a large pot of water on the stove—the pot should be big enough to fill the sink with water. Pour 1/2 cup of dish soap (it doesn't have to be Dawn, but should be a soap that cuts grease) ...

This is a detailed guide on how to unclog the shower drain with baking soda and vinegar and restore smooth water drainage.

You can use a regular plunger to unclog your shower and sink drains. After removing the drain cover, run a bit of water to ...

There’s nothing worse than starting a shower only to find that your feet are swimming in water minutes after you’ve hopped in. A clogged shower drain can wreak havoc in a number of ways, and keeping ...

At least once a year, clean the drain traps under your sinks, which are often the source of a clog. Annual maintenance on your drains could save you from relying on harsh chemicals, which can damage ...

We don’t always have the answers, but we have some people on speed dial who do — which is why we present to you our series FYI where we have experts explain if lip balm is actually bad, how often you ...

I’ve been a master plumber for over four decades in addition to building and remodeling homes. I was attracted to plumbing because it’s a fascinating three-dimensional puzzle of interconnected drain, ...

Drain flies, also known as moth flies, are a common nuisance in many homes. These pests live and breed inside your plumbing pipes, feeding on decomposing material and laying eggs within the gelatinous ...