How to Unclog Any Drain | Ask This Old House

Summary by Krater

Ask This Old House plumbing experts demonstrate various methods for clearing clogs in toilets, lavatory sinks, and bathtubs, comparing plungers, closet augers, and hydraulic tools.

From the video

Answers: How do you unclog any drain in a house?

• Toilet clogs and clearing methods
• Lavatory sink trap clearing
• Bath tub drain unclogging
• Plungers and closet augers
• Drain cleaning chemicals vs mechanical tools

What it concludes

• Mechanical tools like snakes and plungers are more effective and safer for clearing clogs than chemical drain cleaners.
• When using a toilet plunger, you must push down gently to get a seal and then pull back to draw the stoppage up and break it up.