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A clogged bathtub drain turns every shower into a puddle around your feet, and it rarely fixes itself. The good news: most tub clogs come from hair and soap buildup you can clear with a few simple tools. Here’s how to get the water flowing again, and how to know when it’s time to call a pro. Key Points Start by removing the stopper or strainer and clearing trapped hair and soap. Baking soda and vinegar followed by boiling water clears most minor clogs. A toilet plunger or drain snake handles clogs further down the line. Never mix chemical drain cleaners, and always ventilate the area. If the clog persists, our Duncanville team clears it fast, on time or we

How Do I Find My Main Water Shut Off Valve? Every home is required to have a main water shut off valve. Understanding where to locate the main water valve and how to shut off the water is important for everyone to know. Whether you own your own home or rent an apartment, knowing where your main shut off valve is located can save time (and money) in any plumbing related emergency. Depending on the type of structure you live in, the water shutoff valve can be located in different places. Some homes have their shutoff valves located either inside or outside of the house or apartment. These valves may be found under a sink or next to a water

Water pooling around your feet means the shower drain cover is hiding a hair clog underneath. The cover stops jewelry, razor blades, and shampoo caps from falling in, but hair slips right past it. Pull the cover, clear the debris, and your shower drains normally again. Key points Check how the cover is attached before you pry anything: a center screw or a snap-in fit Spray lubricant along the lip and let it settle into the threads first Keep the screw somewhere it cannot fall into the open drain Wear gloves when you pull hair out by hand Slow drainage after cleaning means the blockage sits deeper in the line Step 1: Check how your shower drain cover is attached