A slow draining sink is almost always caused by a buildup of hair, soap scum, or grease in the drain. You don’t need a plumber — you need the right tools.
What You’ll Need Baking soda, white vinegar, a drain snake or hair clog remover tool.
Step 1: Try Boiling Water First Pour boiling water slowly down the drain. This often dissolves soap buildup instantly.
Step 2: Baking Soda and Vinegar Pour half a cup of baking soda followed by half a cup of white vinegar. Let it fizz for 30 minutes then flush with hot water.
Step 3: Use a Hair Clog Remover Insert a plastic drain snake tool into the drain and pull out any hair or debris. These cost around $5 and work instantly.
Step 4: Clean the P-trap If the drain is still slow, place a bucket under the P-trap, unscrew it, and clean out any buildup inside.
Step 5: Prevent Future Clogs Use a drain strainer to catch hair before it enters the drain. The best investment you can make for $3.
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