How to unblock a drain yourself.
Common causes: kitchen drains blocked by grease and food scraps, bathroom drains blocked by hair and soap scum, outdoor drains by tree roots, toilets by wipes and excess paper.
Method 1: Boiling water for minor grease blockages.
Method 2: Baking soda and vinegar natural chemical-free method.
Method 3: Using a plunger correctly with proper technique.
Method 4: Drain snake or wire hanger for deeper blockages.
Call a professional when multiple drains are blocked simultaneously, blockages keep recurring, you notice sewage smells, or the blockage is in the main sewer line..