Plumber shares how to unblock sink in 5 minutes for £2 - without a plunger
This one's a real lifesaver.
A sink getting blocked is annoying if it happens once, but if it is a recurring problem in your home it can be incredibly frustrating - especially if you don't have a plunger, or the time to stand there using one until any blockage is all cleared. This expert-approved hack from a professional plumber will help unblock any sink in just five minutes - and it will only set you back £2, leaving your bank balance and sanity pretty much intact. All you need for this one is a common multi-purpose cleaner and a kettle.
The expert, owner of Bella Bathrooms, and a professional plumber - James Chapman - explains that one of the quickest ways to clear a blocked-up sink is by using soda crystals and boiling water, no plunger or expensive professional is needed.
"These multi-purpose cleaners can also clear blocked sinks effectively," he explains. "Begin by pouring boiling water down the drain, followed by one cup of soda crystals and then another cup of hot water. Wait five minutes before flushing the drain with another kettle of boiling water to clean it thoroughly."
You can pick up a 1kg bag of soda crystals from Tesco for just £2. This should effectively clear your blocked sink, but if you don't have any soda crystals to hand, there are other "economical methods" that the expert recommends.
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Salt and lemon juice when used together can be a great solution for those looking for "a more natural approach" when cleaning their home. Chapman advises you to "mix a half cup of table salt with the juice of one lemon to create a gritty, acidic mixture that can help break down blockages.
"Pour this mixture directly into the drain and let it sit for about 30 minutes to allow the acidic reaction to work on the grime and buildup. Afterward, flush the drain with boiling water to clear out the loosened material." The best part about this approach is it will also leave your sink smelling delightfully fresh.
You can also use baking soda to clear a blocked sink when coupled with white vinegar and boiling water. Simply pour the hot water through first, "to dissolve organic matter. Then, add one cup of baking soda into the drain, using a funnel if necessary to ensure it goes directly down.
"Leave it for a few minutes before pouring in one cup of white vinegar, waiting for the fizzing reaction that helps break down the grime causing the blockage. Replace the plug, allowing the mixture to work for about five minutes. Finally, boil another kettle of water and pour it down the drain to flush through."
Chapman also explains that even dish soap and hot water can "work wonders" when it comes to unblocking sinks and also advises "both homeowners and plumbers" alike to invest in a drain snake when it comes to "clearing stubborn blockages."
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