A natural solution for clearing a drain is using vinegar, baking soda, and boiling water. While effective on moderate drain clogs, you must make sure all of the baking soda is flushed from your drain or it can create an even worse clog when it dries and becomes hard.
My bathtub has a self close stopper. I took off the little thing connected to a chain that went down in the pipe to open and close the drain. When I did the tub got slower and slower to drain. Is there something dropped down in the pipe that is keeping water from draining out of the bathtub?
By Shelia
I use a product called Thrift (this product is recommended by plumbers) to unclog drains. After standing in water in the bathtub, I used the product with no results. Any suggestions will be appreciated. I need to avoid plumber cost.
By CAROLYN
My tub drains slowly (the only one in the house that does). Do I have to remove the tub, or is there a way to take out the drain plate from the tub so I can see into the drain?
What is a good way to open a slow drain without taking everything apart?
How can I clean out my bath tub drain? I've pulled out a clog of hair, but it still doesn't drain properly. I don't want to have to hire a plumber.
What can I use besides commercial drain cleaner to clear a clogged kitchen drain?
These ideas may or may not work for a really badly clogged drain, depending on what's clogging it, but it's worth a try.
Our kitchen sink is draining slowly. Can anyone help me with this problem?
I need to know how to remove hair from the bathtub drain. The water cannot go down well, because the drain is clogged up with hair.
Tips for clearing a stubborn or clogged drain. Post your ideas.
How can I unclog a tub drain without the use of harmful chemicals?
I need some help in cleaning out my bathtub drain. I have used "Plumbers Helper" like it was going out of style but still no results. How about a few ideas?
I've had good results with this drain cleaner: Pour 1 cup of baking soda into drain.
I was so happy to find these handy tools at Lowe's. No more using wire to unclog the bathroom sink, and the cute little bathtub plunger, was so colorful to pass up!
