Drain clogs are a plumbing emergency that can happen in the best-maintained homes. It is a good idea to know the best ways to unclog them. The home owner should also know and practice good prevention methods, to keep the clog from forming in the first place. Most clogs can be cleared by the home owner, without the help of a professional plumber.
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It is handy to have a few tools available for drain clog intervention. The minimum would be a plunger, two plungers really, one for the sinks and one for the toilets. The plunger with the flat end is for the sink, and the flange type is for the toilet. For more stubborn clogs, you may wish to have a plumber’s auger, also known as a snake, available. If your clog can’t be cured with these tools, it may be time to call the plumber.