The average homeowner’s go-to when encountering a clog in their plumbing system is Drano. But improper use of good tools can lead to bad results. (And whether or not Drano is a good tool is a topic of another post – This one!)

No one wants to find themselves in this situation – you have a load of laundry to run but there is a backup in your main drain and adding any more water is just going to make the situation worse. And smellier.

If you’re looking to save money and keep your house running smoothly, take a look at these top tips for drain health.