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Having a clogged sink can be a real bummer, but there's no reason to panic.
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Before you drop everything and call a plumber – try and check things out for yourself!
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First, try and find the source of the clog.
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Look down the drain. Can you see what's causing the problem?
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It's important to assess whether you have a big problem...
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... or just a wee one.
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Run some hot water and try to loosen things up.
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Still a bit blocked up?
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Get a plunger in there and see if you can manually remove the clog.
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If you can, reach in and try to remove it with your hand.
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Hmm, this must be a bad one.
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Do you have some Draino on hand? That can do wonders.
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Try pouring a cup of baking soda followed by vinegar, the resulting foam can clear your pipes.
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Flush with hot water once more.
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Check the drain and see if this did the trick.
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This clog might be worse than you originally anticipated.
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If you have a wire hanger you can attempt to "snake" the drain.
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Okay, right about now is the time you should contemplate calling a professional.
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Take a moment to contemplate what you could have put down the drain to cause this problem.
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Did you throw some food down there?
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You know you don't have a disposal, right?
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Still no luck? Okay, now call a plumber.
