Today, we will learn some amazing home remedies to clear blocked drains! Imagine your drain like a small river, sometimes jammed with leaves and stones. Instead of calling the best drainage company from Herne Bay immediately, we will be superheroes and fix it ourselves! Let’s get started!

Boiling Water: The Magic Elixir

First, let’s try the simplest magic trick: boiling water. Boil a big pot of water and carefully pour it down the drain. The hot water will melt away the messy stuff and wash it all away. Ta-da! Your drain is feeling much happier already.

The Mighty Baking Soda and Vinegar

Next up, our dynamic duo: baking soda and vinegar! Sprinkle half a cup of baking soda down the drain, then pour half a cup of vinegar. Get ready to be amazed as they bubble up in the drain. Wait for 15 minutes, then flush it all away with hot water. 

The Brave Plunger to the Rescue

Ah, the plunger! Our brave little hero! Place the plunger over the drain and give it a push and pull. The plunger will create a surge that will push away the stubborn clog. 

Salt and Baking Soda Magic

Let’s sprinkle some magic dust. Mix half a cup of salt with half a cup of baking soda and pour it down the drain. This powerful duo will break down the greasy clog and make it disappear. 

The Wire Hanger Mission

Unwind a wire hanger and make it straight. Gently push it down the drain and wiggle it around to catch the clog. Pull it out carefully.

Say Hello to Hot Water and Washing Up Liquid

A little bit of washing up liquid can go a long way! Squirt some dish soap down the drain and follow it up with hot water. The soap will break up the greasy clog, and hot water will wash it away. Your drain will thank you.

Vinegar and Salt: The Dynamic Duo Strikes Again

Here comes our dynamic duo again! Mix half a cup of salt with half a cup of vinegar and pour it down the drain. Let it sit for a few hours or overnight. When you wake up, flush it all away with hot water. 

The Wet and Dry Vacuum

If you have a wet and dry vacuum, it’s time to bring out the magic! Set the vacuum to “wet” mode and cover the vent with an old cloth. Place it over the drain, and let the vacuum suck out the clog. 

The Drain Snake

Our mysterious drain snake is here! Gently push it down the drain and twist it as you go. The snake will catch the clog and pull it out. 

Prevention: The Best Solution of All

Now that we’ve saved the day let’s cast a prevention spell! Avoid putting big bits of food, hair, or toys down the drain. Use a strainer to catch the yucky stuff. And remember, hot water is your best friend to keep the drain clear.

Final Words

There you have it, some drain-clearing home remedies. You now know how to clear blocked drains. Keep your drains clean and happy, and they’ll never cause trouble again. Remember, if the clog is too tricky, don’t hesitate to call a drainage plumber. Leaving a clogged drain can cause damage to your property and is a health risk.

Dustin Mullins