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                    | Some Tips to  Remove a Clog from a Drain Yourself 
                        If you are renting your home or       apartment you should first call your landlord before making any attempts       to unclog a drain. Many rental agreements cover the expense, and   if       you attempt to unclog the drain and damage it you will be responsible       for the repairs.For some clogs it, may be possible to       remove the clog using a plunger. Put the plunger in the sink and press up       and down firmly. Adding some water to the sink can help improve the       effectiveness of this method because it helps create the suction and       pressure that makes the plunger most effective.Consumer clog-clearing chemicals are       available at most stores. These are able to remove many clogs with simple       application and are fairly inexpensive. If you are considering one of       these solutions, it's important to verify whether the       chemical it is harmful to plastic plumbing or garbage disposals when       dealing with a kitchen sink. |  |  |  |