144 Reviews of Homemade Drain Cleaner and Declogger

From: ThatBobbieGirl

On Jun 13, 2002

Mirj — great idea to post this "recipe". It works very well, I've used this combination many times. Here's another one for you: I had already tried this remedy on a REALLY bad grease clog, to no avail. My grandpa just happened to call at that time, and I --- well, I whined to him. He told me what he used to do when he was the manager/fix-it guy for a trailer park: get out your handheld blow-dryer. Make sure there is no water on the floor where you're standing so you won't electrocute yourself, then open up the access to the drain pipe - that little trap thingy. Aim the hot air right on that, and it will melt the grease and let everything slide on through. My Grandpa Rocks!

From: SaraFish

On Jun 2, 2002

This really did work! It foamed a lot at first. I think the trick was to keep doing it. After trying this, I looked it up, and this is also recommended as periodic maintenence procedure. Just flush your drains with vinegar and baking soda every so often, like every month or so, and it keep them clear and fresh - so you don't get a clog problem!

From: shimmerchk

On Jan 6, 2005

Fantastic! I knew this worked for drains, but who knew it works for toilets? My 3 year old put almost an entire roll of toilet paper down the toilet and tried to flush it before I found out....as you can imagine the toilet was pretty clogged. An hour of plunging off and on did not fix it..we thought maybe she stuffed something else down there, until I remembered this recipe. IT WORKED! I let the water recede and added the baking soda then vinegar and let it sit and foam for about 5 min, flushed to fill the toilet with water and got a little more suction and was so happy to see everything go down quickly. The toilet is back in working order again thanks to this recipe! Much appreciation to you for posting it!

From: Braunda

On May 28, 2002

This needs to be rated. We need to get more people to do this. I know it works I do it at least once a month or more. I also put it in the dishwasher. Thank You

From: Bogey'sMom

On May 29, 2002

This also works great as an oven cleaner.

From: Mabel

On Jun 12, 2002

I have tried this recipe. I warmed the vinegar first then poured it into the drain over the baking soda. It is fantastic! Mabel Sullivan

From: Chicagopm

On Mar 7, 2004

This is terrific! Not only is it non-poisonous, it's economical too! The last time I used this when my bathroom sink drain was sluggish it worked like a charm. I just used it again on the same sink and couldn't remember if I had reviewed it (CRS syndrome)- so here it is. The stopper (or whatever it's called) in the sink doesn't come off (maybe it does, but I don't know how to remove it) so I put the baking soda on a piece of paper and point the paper in the opening to make it easier to get it into the drain. Thank you so much for this recipe!!!

From: Charishma Ramchandani

On Nov 23, 2002

It fizzed, it bubbled, it worked like magic in a cup! Wow, Mirj Momma, you are amazing! Thanks to you, now, I have a homemade solution to the problem of my bathroom drain that gets filled with my falling hair when I shampoo. No more wasting Rials on drain cleaners(unfortunately, I bought one on the 14th) that use chemicals; this is cheaper, natural and available right in the house! I followed Donna M's review - I did this then waited for 10 minutes and then poured a pan of boiling water over this. The drain cleared within seconds! My dad will be really glad with this recipe of yours Thanks SO MUCH, {{{{{Hugs to you}}}}}}}}, for sharing this.

From: Donna M.

On Sep 15, 2002

This really does work. My kitchen sink drain suddenly decided to run very slow and was backing up from the second drain (double sink). After I did this, I waited about 5 minutes and followed up with a pan of boiling water. In about 10 seconds the drain cleared. Thanks Mirjam!

From: Deborah1

On Dec 28, 2002

This is fantastic. Every 3 months, when I replace the baking soda in my fridge and freezer, I use it to do this. Thanks for such a great idea!