How to Unclog a Drain

February 13, 2020 by Lisa Powers

Question from Andi

Any suggestions as to what to use to unclog a kitchen drain?  Actually it is not really clogged, but very sluggish. Had someone use a plunger, didn’t help.  Then he wanted to use dawn detergent, I said no way, so he used my 7th Generation Dishwashing Liquid - didn’t help and he said to use a cup everyday - outrageously expensive to do that!  I did the baking soda, vinegar, boiling water - helped slightly but the guy said don’t use - baking soda just gums it all up.  Next thing suggested to snake it - quite expensive.  So does anyone know of anything to use down a drain that is scent free and non toxic and that works?

Lisa’s Answer

You can get a drain auger that is easy to use and doesn't require any chemicals.  Readers have also suggested pouring boiling water down the sink until it runs freely and also cleaning out the P-trap.