You might have noticed your drains are getting blocked up, especially around the holiday season, but reaching for the dish soap might not be the answer. At least, that's what this expert has to say.

A professional plumber has shared his preferred methods for tackling blocked drains in kitchens and bathrooms - and they don't involve the usual DIY remedies ...

A mix of vinegar and baking soda is often touted as being the best all-natural combination when it comes to home cleaning, but there's one specific task professional cleaners warn us not to use it for ...

If you haven't got a drain snake to hand, the plumbing guru suggested a "quick DIY alternative" - simply straighten out a wire coat hanger or use net curtain wire to shift the blockage and give it a ...

A blocked drain can be a nightmare that causes a mess if it's not dealt with quickly. It's one of the most frustrating household problems, which usually crops up at the worst possible time. Drains can ...

Experts explain how pouring this seasonal tipple and other Christmas favourites down the drain causes possible blockages ...

It comes as the weather begins to get worse, with rain more common and things such as mud and leaves possibly causing blockages. If you are looking for an easy and cost-effective way to quickly ...

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