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How to Unclog a Tub Drain

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December 28, 2023

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There are a variety of home remedies for clogged drains that don’t require commercial products. One of the easiest drain cleaning solutions makes use of an ordinary plunger.

First, plug the overflow holes on the overflow plate with a rag and then use a plunger to quickly free up the drain. Plugging the overflow holes will ensure that all of the plunging power goes directly to the clog and not out through the overflow holes.

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Joe Truini is a contractor, author, and the host of “Simple Solutions” on Today’s Homeowner TV and the weekly Today’s Homeowner radio show. He has worked on both large commercial projects and residential remodeling, and has written for national publications such as This Old House and Popular Mechanics. He has also written eight books, including three best-selling shed-building books. Joe lives in Connecticut with his family and enjoys hiking, traveling, and baseball in his spare time.

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