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Simple Solutions to Clear Your Clogged Drains Fast

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Dealing with a clogged drain? No need to stress; we’ve got some simple, safe tips that use everyday household items to help you clear it out fast. Whether it’s the sink or the toilet, these quick solutions can get things flowing smoothly again. Check them out and take care of those blockages with ease!

Safe Plumbing Tips for Clearing Drain Stoppages

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  1. Clear Drain Stoppages with Cream of Tartar

Combine 1/8 cup cream of tartar, 1/2 cup salt, and 1/2 cup baking soda in a jar. Cover the jar and give it a good shake and then pour half the jar down the drain.

Then, pour two cups of boiling water carefully down the drain. Let it sit for an hour. Finally, run the tap for a few minutes to clear up any leftover debris.

  1. Clear Drain Stoppages with Detergent and Hot Water

Dish soap and hot water are another winning combination. Both are safe for your drains, and dish soap also acts as a degreaser, which is excellent for kitchen sinks.

If the clogged area is your toilet and it’s particularly stuck, you can also use the detergent method here in combination with a plunger.

Add a few cups of water to the toilet bowl and let it sit. Add some dish detergent to the mix to help break up the clog. Then, plunge as you usually would.

  1. Clear Drain Stoppages with Borax, Salt, and Vinegar

Laundry detergent (Borax) (1/4 cup) and salt (1/4 cup) and vinegar (1/2 cup). Combine the solution and pour it down the drain. Then, top it up with some boiling water.

Leave it alone for an hour and then rinse with hot water from the tap – no need for boiling.

  1. Use a Plunger

Homemade drain cleaner didn’t work? It happens. But don’t go buying a chemical product yet.

Plumbers agree that chemical drain cleaners often do more harm than good.

At a minimum, they eat away at your pipes. They can also give off dangerous gases when they react to aluminum or create unsafe pressure when mixed with other household cleaners. If they solidify, you can’t remove them.

Your next step is to use a plunger to remove the clog safely. If a plunger doesn’t work, then it may be time to call in the professionals.