Do you have a drain in your home that is continuously giving you trouble? At My Van Nuys Plumber Hero, drain cleaning problems are our specialty.  We receive calls every day from frustrated homeowners who are tired of dealing with clogged kitchen sinks, stopped up toilets, and shower drains that refuse to work. While professional drain cleaning service is always a viable option, we know that some clogs can be solved with simple home solutions. Here are some easy ways you can unclog a drain in your Van Nuys home.

Use a Plunger

Do you have this plumbing tool in your home? It can be very useful in unclogging shallow drain clogs. Make sure you’re using the right one, though. For sink, shower, bathtub, and floor drains, use a plunger with a flat, rubber bottom. Toilet clogs require a plunger with a flange that extends from the base. You need to use the correct type of plunger to ensure tight suction to adequately remove the clog.

Natural, Non-chemical Solutions

Another great DIY method is using baking soda and vinegar to clean the drains. Make this part of your monthly maintenance routine for clear drains every day. It’s also much safer and gentler on your plumbing system than chemical cleaners found in home improvement stores. You’ll need a cup of baking soda and a cup of vinegar. Pour both of these in the drain and wait about 15 minutes. After that time, pour boiling water down the drain. For small clogs, you may only need to do this once. Larger clogs may require this method a couple of times before it’s effective.

When to Call a Drain Cleaning Plumbing to Unclog a Drain

Sometimes you have no choice but to call a drain cleaning plumber. Blockages that are deeply embedded in the piping and are not responding to plunging or the baking soda/vinegar mixture need to be professionally treated. Call My Van Nuys Plumber Hero for hydro jet drain cleaning to get rid of that nasty clog once and for all.

We’re the #1 rated drain cleaning service for 24/7 drain and rooter service. Call us today to help you unclog any drain in your home.