Nothing interferes with a refreshing shower like a slow-draining bathtub. And that inch or two of water that sneaks up on you is also likely to leave a ring of soap scum and dirt that’s tough to clean ...

Whether it’s caused by a buildup of moisturizing shower oil, hair conditioner, a clump of hair —or a combination of all three, it’s never fun to take a shower and find yourself standing in several ...

We don’t always have the answers, but we have some people on speed dial who do — which is why we present to you our series FYI where we have experts explain if lip balm is actually bad, how often you ...

Scripps Howard News Service Dear Dwight: I’m a first-time homeowner and will have to do the minor repairs myself. One of the most annoying problems is the shower drain. I’ve tried using a plumber’s ...

If you are singing in the shower and find that the water is getting deeper and deeper, it’s time to check the drain. There’s something keeping it from draining out, and you’d better handle it before ...

Clogged drains are a household issue we all face at some point, regardless of whether we're homeowners, renters or visitors. Whether it’s due to a paper towel down the sink or a clump of hair down the ...

One of the first and easiest things you can do is simply flush your drain with a pot of boiling water. It’s not guaranteed to unclog physical or grease blockages, but if you have a slow drain that you ...

These plumbers have unclogged it all — and they told HuffPost about what they personally won't do in bathrooms as a result.