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Q: How can a drain clog be professionally cleared?

• <div><p>Professionals use snakes, hydrojetting, or chemical cleaners to clear blockages effectively without damaging pipes.</p></div>

Q: What can be used to dissolve hair in a drain?

• <div><p>While some chemical drain cleaners with hydrochloric acid can dissolve hair, this method is not recommended as it can also destroy your plumbing pipes. A common DIY alternative is using baking soda and vinegar, which can help break down the clog but will not actually dissolve the hair. The best and safest method for clearing a hair clog is to remove it manually. You can use a drain snake, a straightened wire hanger with pliers to fish out the clog, or have a plumber use a professional auger for more severe blockages.</p></div>

Q: How do you clean a drain without removing the stopper?

• <div><p>If you have a sink stopper, it can feel more challenging to clean the drain without removing it, but here are a few simple steps:</p><ul><li><p>Pour &frac12; cup baking soda into the drain using a funnel</p></li><li><p>Pour 1 &frac12; cups vinegar into the drain</p></li><li><p>Close the sink stopper for 15&ndash;20 minutes</p></li><li><p>Open the drain</p></li><li><p>Pour 2 cups of boiling water down the drain (be cautious as boiling water can damage some types of pipes)</p></li></ul><p>If the drain isn&rsquo;t unclogged, repeat the process.</p></div>

Q: Will vinegar unclog a dishwasher?

• <div><p>Yes, you can use vinegar to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-unclog-dishwasher.htm">unclog a dishwasher</a>. To do so, combine 4 tablespoons of white vinegar with 4 tablespoons of baking soda and pour the mixture down your dishwasher&rsquo;s drain. Let it sit for 15 minutes, then pour a cup of hot water down the drain to flush everything out. Finally, run a rinse cycle on your dishwasher to see if the clog is gone.</p><p> </p></div>

Q: Is it okay to pour bleach down a garbage disposal?

• <div><p>A small amount of diluted bleach is okay to pour down a garbage disposal. As part of your weekly <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-keep-your-garbage-disposal-running.htm">garbage disposal maintenance</a>, use 1 teaspoon of bleach with your concoction of ice cubes and lemon peels. Turn on the disposal and run the water until the blades chop up the ice cubes.</p><p>Any more bleach in your disposal can harden oils and greases in your drain, which can cause problems. Always wear gloves when working with bleach, and know that you really don&rsquo;t need bleach at all&mdash;vinegar, baking soda, salt, and ice should do the trick.</p></div>

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Last update on June 09, 2025

Reviewed in June 2025
The work was completed in a timely manner and all trash was cleaned up.
Nickel City Property Maintenance
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Reviewed in August 2024
Joe did a great job! We are very happy with the work he did. Showed up at the same time every day, and left the house neat and clean every day. The final result will be enjoyed for years to come.
Dunworth Painting
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Reviewed in July 2024
Great all around experience. Heavy moss on sections of the roof were removed by hand followed by a spray that will take care of the rest and cleaned the roof as well. Gutters all cleaned as part of the process. Cleaned up the surrounding yard afterwards. Very professional, highly recommended.
Roof Armor
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Reviewed in March 2023
Demolished old wall to make bathroom bigger . Built new walls , drywall and compound done . Moved toilet to make room for new shower . Installed new shower along with all the plumbing - shower and toilet . Took out a kitchen cabinet and a wall . Flipped the cabinet sideways up against the...
Precision Drainage & Excavating
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Reviewed in January 2023
Every part of job was seamless from initial phone contact, assessment, actual work on basement flooring drains, new floor jack's & footers, enclosed sump pump & well-surround, poly on walls to final walk thru. I asked many questions of the workers and of the district manager all of which were...
Highlander Waterproofing, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2022
Great job, perfect clean up. Very reliable and reasonably priced
L&H Tree Service, Excavation & Construction
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Reviewed in February 2022
Very good communication from the business! The cleaning crew was prompt and professional. They got the gutters fully cleaned in about 20 mins and only left a trash bag full of debris.
Richard S. Young Window Cleaning Service Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2021
They cleaned my gutters,treated my roof for moss and power washed my stone patio.Did a very good job,reasonable price and I would recomend them.
The House Doctor
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Reviewed in June 2020
Very prompt. They cleaned up after themselves.
Williams Paving
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Superior Plumbing & Rooter Service

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Serving Chaffee, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

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Emergency services offered

"I had a bathroom toilet not flushing properly. T-Mark personnel was able to come out within a couple of days. Turned out after very brief inspection of the plumber that the sewer drain outside was partially blocked. Very quick and very professional job done to clear the blockage using all the right tools. Took almost 1 1/2 hours and the price agreed upon ahead of time was reasonable. Everything works again normally. I am a very happy customer."

+51

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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T-Mark Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric

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Serving Chaffee, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

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"Plumber worked in the freezing cold to unclog my drain successfully. Plumber installed new water heater. Both services were satisfactory. Work area cleaned. I was quite happy with work both times"

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Response time1 day

Response rate100%

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Serving Chaffee, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

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"Badly clogged drain took them sometime to unclog but finally got pipe opened up"

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Response time7 hrs

Response rate100%

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Serving Chaffee, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

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You can always count on Frank's Mr. Plumber to get the job done right the first time.\n\nWe offer 24/7 service to our valued customers, including holidays and weekends, because we believe you deserve to live in comfort at all times. Please let us know how we can assist you with your plumbing needs.

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Martins Handyman Service

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Serving Chaffee, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"Matt showed up on time, started work right away. When finished he cleaned up the yard when done, I would hire him again, give him a call Thank you"

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D'Amorie Construction, LLC

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Serving Chaffee, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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"Lou Simon was very professional and knowledgeable. He is a master plumber and did a great job resolving my plumbing."

Response time9 hrs

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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WNY Rooter & Plumbing LLC

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Serving Chaffee, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

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Emergency services offered

"Clean and fair prices, contractor was always on time and very thorough, very satisfied and highly recommend"

Response time6 hrs

Response rate89%

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D&P Plumbing and Mechanical Services, LLC

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Serving Chaffee, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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"Very well, the sewer cleaning was about 45-50 mins, you have to be home, but the day was not taken up. They were in and out."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Kevin's Plumbing & Heating

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Serving Chaffee, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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Emergency services offered

"It went well. He helped me get the vanity into the house from my car and then removed the old one and replace it with my new one. He did a great job. It was 'pricey' for me, but then I have not ever had to pay a plumber in the past - because friends and family did jobs for me before. The installation of the new vanity cost more than I paid for the vanity top at home depot. But I could not have done it. AND, he showed me the stopped up drain, with about five years of hair! I could not believe it! Now, it works great!"

Recommended by86%of homeowners

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VIP Maintenance Services, LLC

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Serving Chaffee, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

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Emergency services offered

"Very friendly and fixed the problem. I would highly recommend. Also gave me a couple of tips to keep the drains running smoothly. I think the charges were fair."

Response time11 hrs

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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Professionals use snakes, hydrojetting, or chemical cleaners to clear blockages effectively without damaging pipes.

While some chemical drain cleaners with hydrochloric acid can dissolve hair, this method is not recommended as it can also destroy your plumbing pipes. A common DIY alternative is using baking soda and vinegar, which can help break down the clog but will not actually dissolve the hair. The best and safest method for clearing a hair clog is to remove it manually. You can use a drain snake, a straightened wire hanger with pliers to fish out the clog, or have a plumber use a professional auger for more severe blockages.

If you have a sink stopper, it can feel more challenging to clean the drain without removing it, but here are a few simple steps:

Pour ½ cup baking soda into the drain using a funnel
Pour 1 ½ cups vinegar into the drain
Close the sink stopper for 15–20 minutes
Open the drain
Pour 2 cups of boiling water down the drain (be cautious as boiling water can damage some types of pipes)

If the drain isn’t unclogged, repeat the process.

Yes, you can use vinegar to unclog a dishwasher. To do so, combine 4 tablespoons of white vinegar with 4 tablespoons of baking soda and pour the mixture down your dishwasher’s drain. Let it sit for 15 minutes, then pour a cup of hot water down the drain to flush everything out. Finally, run a rinse cycle on your dishwasher to see if the clog is gone.

A small amount of diluted bleach is okay to pour down a garbage disposal. As part of your weekly garbage disposal maintenance, use 1 teaspoon of bleach with your concoction of ice cubes and lemon peels. Turn on the disposal and run the water until the blades chop up the ice cubes.

Any more bleach in your disposal can harden oils and greases in your drain, which can cause problems. Always wear gloves when working with bleach, and know that you really don’t need bleach at all—vinegar, baking soda, salt, and ice should do the trick.

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