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What goes down the drain doesn’t always go with the flow, so to speak. And when it doesn’t and there’s an obstruction, you’ll likely have to stop using that drain until you get the gunk out, whether ...

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Is a slow drain driving you crazy? If you're wondering how to unclog or clean a drain, we asked a plumbing expert for their tips. And you don’t even need chemicals to get the job done! Plumbing ...

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