In the short term, drains can become blocked by an excessive amount of solid waste, a foreign object that’s too large to pass or grease that settles in the trap. Over the long term, clogging can be caused by biofilm or fungal growth in piping, the settling of particulate matter and the buildup of materials such as food and hair. Check out these handy tips and all-natural cleaning solutions to help keep sinks, showers and toilets flowing as they should.

Sinks and Lavatories

Sinks and Lavatories Equipped With Standard P-Trap Drains

Toilets

For Bathtubs and Showers

If you do choose to use chemical drain cleaners for clogs in any of these areas of your drain system, always take these precautions: