Picture this: You’re going to your sink just to wash your hands, and you see little dark worms around your drain. Yuck! Even if you have the cleanest of houses, drain worms and drain flies are actually a very common occurrence. Read on to find out more about what they are exactly, and how to ...
Are you struggling with a stubborn drain line? The most common plugged drain is the sewer line that services the toilet in a residence but drain lines that service sinks and bathtubs run a close second. Americans spend giant size amounts of money every year on drain cleaning. The U.S. Census Bureau reports in their ...
Cleaning a clogged drain can be as simple as removing some hair from the drain; however, when the clog is further down the pipe you may need a chemical drain cleaner. A clogged pipe can prevent water from draining causing an awful mess in your sink or bathtub. Most clogs consist of a variety of ...
If you have ever read the precautions on the back label of store-bought drain cleaner, you more than likely have noticed that the precautions are far more extensive than the directions. Store-bought drain cleaner can be dangerous if not used properly, and it can pose a hazard to the environment if misused, mishandled, or disposed ...
A garbage disposal is a godsend when it comes to cleaning up the kitchen. There are a few easy things you can do to keep it in good working order. First, before you turn it on you have to run some cold water and let it continue running until after you have finished grinding the ...
Have you heard about the home remedy that allowed people to kill fire ants without using chemicals? How about using grits or oatmeal to kill fire ants? These are two of the home remedies many people think will kill fire ants. They are just myths and do not kill the fire ants. Killing Fire Ants ...
Chemical drain cleaners can accomplish a variety of tasks but only if you have the right one for the job. Knowing which type of drain cleaner you require will help you address any plumbing problem correctly the first time, avoiding the need for multiple treatments or attempted repairs. Chemical drain cleaners are available in four ...
Bathtub drains often get clogged up after weeks, months, and even years of hair, dirt, fuzz, and bits of soap building up in the bathtub pipes. Whether you’ve noticed it is taking your bathtub longer and longer to drain or your bathtub is filled with water and completely clogged, these tips may help you unclog ...
