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Homeowners Urged to Put Vinegar Down the Drain this October to Combat this Weather-Related Issue

'To make the effect of vinegar more effective, follow with hot water and add a few tablespoons of mineral oil [such as the NSF Certified Food Grade Mineral Oil available at Amazon] that will block ...

Homeowners Should Be Regularly Pouring These 2 Everyday Kitchen Staples Down Their Drains — Here’s Why

Homeowners should be pouring two everyday kitchen staples down their drains in order to help prevent clogs: baking soda and ...

How to Prevent Your Pipes From Freezing and Bursting

A burst pipe can cost thousands, but a simple and inexpensive fix can protect your pipes in freezing temperaturesBurst pipes are a particular concern in attics, basements, crawl spaces, and ...

4 ways to unclog a sink in the order you should try them

Light sink clogs can be broken up using boiling water or a baking soda and vinegar combo. More stubborn clogs can be plunged ...
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Plumber demonstrates simple method to unclog your sink at home: 'Hopefully these tips help you'

Home Repair Tutor (@HomeRepairTutor) showed their YouTube viewers an easy, inexpensive way to unclog drains using clever methods and simple tools. They joke that "there's nothing worse than a clogged ...