Unblock Drain -

Pour about half a cup of baking soda into the drain. Step 3: Follow it with half a cup of vinegar .

For deeper or more stubborn clogs—such as hair buildup in shower drains—a (or hand auger) is often necessary. unblock drain

Pour a cup of freshly boiled hot water down the drain. Pour about half a cup of baking soda into the drain

| Aspect | Chemical | Enzymatic | Mechanical (DIY) | Pro Plumber | |--------|----------|-----------|------------------|--------------| | Effectiveness for tough clogs | 6 | 3 | 7 | 10 | | Safety | 2 | 9 | 8 | 9 | | Cost per use (low is good) | 6 | 7 | 10 | 2 | | Environmental friendliness | 1 | 9 | 10 | 8 | | Long-term pipe health | 2 | 8 | 9 | 9 | Pour a cup of freshly boiled hot water down the drain