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How to Unblock an Outside Drain (and When to Call a Pro)
To unblock an outside drain, lift the nearest inspection chamber cover, work out which length of pipe is holding water, then clear that section with drain rods turned clockwise and flush it through with a hose. Most domestic blockages sit within a few metres of a chamber and shift with rodding. The step people skip […]
How to Unblock a Toilet Without a Plunger
You can unblock a toilet without a plunger by pouring hot (not boiling) water mixed with washing-up liquid into the bowl, letting it sit for 20 minutes, then testing the flush. The soap lubricates the blockage while the heat helps break it down, which shifts most soft, everyday clogs on its own. That said, not […]