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Though convenient, liquid drain cleaners aren't always the right solution to clearing clogs in your sinks, tubs, and showers. These products can damage pipes and septic systems, and don't always work ...

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Soap scum, grease, hair, food...your bathroom and kitchen drains have seen it all. If you notice your sinks or showers have ...

One of the first and easiest things you can do is simply flush your drain with a pot of boiling water. It’s not guaranteed to unclog physical or grease blockages, but if you have a slow drain that you ...

If you're like us, you've noticed that every so often your kitchen sink drain starts to drain slowly or there's a funky smell emanating from it and it's stinking up your kitchen. Though it’s easy to ...

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Many homes need air conditioners, particularly in the sweltering summer months. Although ACs run quietly in the background, they can still have their share of maintenance problems no matter what air ...