First, if your drain is stuck, don’t panic. You may be able to unclog it yourself, depending on several factors, including where the clog is located, what formed it, and whether it’s completely backed up or if some water is flowing.
Bathroom clogs are among the most common, and usually, they are caused by a buildup of hair or soap scum. In many cases, when water is still flowing and the clog is minor, cleaning drain pipes can be as simple as snaking the drain with an extended coat hanger or other homemade chemical-free drain unclogging solution.
It’s important to note that if water is fully backed up or if you’re experiencing a drain clog in a kitchen sink with a garbage disposal or a serious toilet clog, or if various drains in your house are clogged, you may be better off calling a plumber for professional drain cleaning services.
In some cases, your water main or other large pipes could be clogged, and in these instances, unclogging an individual drain yourself will do very little to remedy the problem.