Clogged drains are a common, albeit annoying, occurrence in any home. While it may be tempting to pick up a container of Drano to fix blocked pipes, most plumbers warn against using the commercial ...

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Learn how to clean your kitchen sink drain with this simple and effective method. Discover tips for preventing clogs and maintaining an odor-free drain.

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: I live in a house that is barely a year old, and the drains are already causing problems. Should this happen or was the plumbing designed improperly? What is the best way to clean the drains? -- ...

When the shower water rises to your ankles or a toilet flush leads to an overflow, it’s time to add unclogging your drains to your cleaning schedule. A clogged pipe or drain is a common problem, but ...

Q: I’ve heard that the chemicals we use to unclog backed-up drains are harmful to our health and the environment. Can you suggest safer alternative products or methods? A: Chemical drain-clog removers ...

Dear EarthTalk: I’ve heard that the chemicals we use to unclog backed-up drains are harmful to our health and the environment. Can you suggest safer alternative products or methods? -Amy Smith, Rome, ...