The chemicals in liquid drain cleaners can damage your pipes and release toxic fumes. Manual tools are gentler on you and your home's fixtures and hardware.

Unpleasant odors: Foul odors are one of the most obvious signs it's time to clean your kitchen sink drain. "Bad smells ...

We asked two professional plumbers if dish soap was safe to use for clogged drains. Here's what they had to say.

Learn how to clean your kitchen sink drain with this simple and effective method. Discover tips for preventing clogs and maintaining an odor-free drain.

water pouring out of the faucet of a kitchen sink - Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Images Rochester says to mix 1 cup of water with equal parts vinegar and pour it into your sink after you've ...

Three plumbers with their arms crossed standing behind a kitchen sink - Static Media / Shutterstock While you don't use your kitchen sink to cook or bake, there are few tasks that you can accomplish ...

This article originally appeared on Angi and is syndicated by Cheapism. You probably spend a lot of time at your kitchen sink every day, whether it’s while making your morning coffee or rinsing ...

The biggest benefit here is savings — both in emergency repairs and in the unnecessary chemical drain cleaners.