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How Much Pitch On Gutters?
What Materials Can I Use For Porch Railings?
How Do I Fix My Crown Molding?
Childproofing a Home
Will a custom tile shower add value?
How do I hang shelving on cinderblock walls?
Does trim increase the value of a brick home?
Concrete vs Granite Countertops
Installing a safety grab bar
What are the dangers/how are we exposed to Radon?
Are Energy Efficient Bulbs worth it?
Do I need to wrap my pipes?
Replacement Windows or Vinyl Siding first?
Different Types of Windows? Yellowing Expected?
Covering an uneven basement floor
Laminate wood floors
Wood deck/fence sealer
Winterizing your home
Gutter guards
Cracking in walls

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"Here are a few easy fixes to clean out a clogged drain.
You may need to remove the trap to open a clogged drain. The trap is a U-shaped pipe under the sink. Put a bucket under the trap to catch any water or gunk when you remove it. You can use a wrench to loosen the metal slip nuts, or remove the clean out plug. Clear out any residue in the trap before reattaching it. If you still have plumbing problems after removing the trap you may want to try using a plunger."
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