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Start with the pattern. Blockages that turn up in different drains around the house usually come from what goes down them, such as fat, wipes,

The plumber feeds a small waterproof camera on a flexible cable into your drain through an outside access point, then watches live footage on a

The choice depends on what is causing the blockage and what condition the pipe is in. A drain snake may be suitable for a straightforward

A plunger, hot water or a hand auger will clear most single-fixture clogs yourself. Call a licensed plumber if more than one fixture is blocked

Recurring blockages, gurgling after rain, and two or more fixtures backing up at once are the classic signs of tree roots in a drain. A

When flushing the toilet pushes water up through your shower or floor waste, the blockage is in the main sewer line that both fixtures share.