Can you Unclog my Clog??? HELP!!!

[Lizzie]

Very glad to hear that the drain is now all clear and you didn't have to lie on your back under a sink (it really gives you a crick in the neck). I didn't realize you hadn't used a plunger first since I'd use it before pouring down chemicals. I use the soda bicarbonate that has been used to deodorize the fridge, shaking down half a box and then pouring in vinegar. It fizzes its way down the drain which is fun to watch. I don't know how truly effective it is but I can't remember the last time I had a blocked drain. I'm sure bleach is the most effective but I really dislike the smell.

[ashleycat]

There's also that new product it's like air in a can or something. And the air pushes the clog thru.

[christa]

Thanks for the ideas, guys! I will remember all this, I'm sure . . . but will definitely remember to plunge FIRST or try the bleach before drano . . . anyway, problem solved for now.

[Craftlady]

Pouring baking soda and then vinegar down the drain (baking soda first) than the liquid. Foaming action opens the clog. BTW, if you were to call Mr. Rotor or Roter Rooter they dont charge extra for holidays or weekends. I know from first hand experience

[sirrahbed]

Our plumbing troubles always seem to happen on weekends, too. I will keep some of these ideas in mind - especially the baking soda and vinegar. I bet that would be a good thing to use on a regular basis.

Glad your clog is gone, Christa

[caseysmom]

While reading this I was going to suggest a plunger, I now have one just for the kitchen. My dishwasher drainout gets plugged and water goes everywhere and I have found that plunging the sink fixes it, its all connected.

[christa]

While reading this I was going to suggest a plunger, I now have one just for the kitchen. My dishwasher drainout gets plugged and water goes everywhere and I have found that plunging the sink fixes it, its all connected.

Hmm . . . I never thought about my dishwasher ever being a problem! I've got a LOAD of appliances just waiting to go wrong! 2 basin sink, dishwasher, garbage disposal . . . and then my dad swears that something will eventually go wrong with the ice maker, LOL.

You all have to realize . . . we're NEW to this so . . . just bear with me, LOL . . . I have a home DISASTER question and who do I come to??? Pet Talk of course! Makes sense, right?