First, boil a large pot of water on the stove—the pot should be big enough to fill the sink with water. Pour 1/2 cup of dish soap (it doesn't have to be Dawn, but should be a soap that cuts grease) ...

We asked two professional plumbers if dish soap was safe to use for clogged drains. Here's what they had to say.

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In the search for easy, chemical-free drain cleaners, some residents have turned to a common baking staple, but you may want ...

The siphon jet is the hole at the bottom of the toilet that sucks its contents away. There may be hidden buildup here, impeding the toilet's function.

There's no need to panic when your toilet is clogged but you have no plunger. Learn how master plumbers unclog a toilet ...

Holiday parties are fertile ground for awkward interactions that make you want to pluck out your brain and toss it in the ...