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How to address blocked drains

How to address a blocked drain

Amongst the worst kinds of household emergencies are the ones related to blocked drains. It is obvious that most drains emergencies occur without prior warning. Howev

Sewer Blockage Information

A sewer backup creates a stressful and emotional situation for you whether you own the property or just rent. In some cases it may cause health and safety concerns as well as significant property damage, and this can include personal possessions. A proper response to a sewer backup can greatly minimise property damage and diminish [...]

Blocked Drain?

The drain directly outside my house that the kitchen and bathroom go to is blocked, i have thrown bleach and drain unblocker down the drain i have also tried plunging. Last night i tried plunging again and i pulled out what looked liked linen and lots of tissue. Could my toilet pipe be linked to [...]

My bathtub drain lever is broken and stuck in the closed postion. Is there anyway I can fix this myself?

My bathroom plumbing is over 40 y.o. The tub won’t drain and I tried to use a wire hanger thinking it was just clogged with hair.Under the crossed drain I’m hitting metal so, I’m thinking the drain lever is broken and stuck in the closed position.

How do I clear a partially blocked drain?

How do I clear a partially blocked drain? I heard there is some liquid I can pour down the drain to unblock it…

How does a veterinarian know when to leave a bite wound open , suture it closed or place a penrose drain ?

Bite wounds on a dog, multiple

have blocked drain ,where can i buy a manhole cover hook type lifter uk?

blocked drain, the manhole cover i need to lift is very heavy,it has a metal handle and i need something to lift this, i am trying to find in uk a manhole hook type lifter with no luck, anyone know where i can get one or any advice please.

My bathtub drain stopper is stuck. The round control closed the drain, won’t open now, and is stuck in place.

Drain control is large round knob, which is twisted to open or close. It had not been used for a while, so I suspect it is rusted, corroded or just frozen. The tub has several inches of water in it, but now that water is just sitting there.

I use Zep Commercial drain opener liquid and forgot to rinse now my bath tub drain is completely closed. HELP?

Does anyone has any idea how to fix this? I already tried hot water and a different brand of drain opener but it doesn’t seem to work. The water is not going down…well it takes about half an hour for 1 gallon =(

Bought house. Sewer smell in bathroom. less if bathtub drain closed. vent shows through roof. tub gurggles?

tub gurggles when other drains used in house. What to do or look for?