How to Unblock a Sink
A blocked sink is usually caused by a build up of grime and dirt over time, which means this is normally your responsibility to fix if there's an issue
How do I unblock a sink?
You can buy a chemical unblocker product at the supermarket, which will have instructions for use on the back, or use a plunger. Alternatively, you can follow the simple steps below to find out how to unclog your drain with things you might already have in your home:
![First Sink](/data/First_sink_2021_04_05_11_17_52.png)
Step One
Make sure your sink is dry.
![Kettle 2 Cups And Soda](/data/Kettle_2_cups_and_soda_2021_04_05_11_18_10.png)
Step Two
Pour at least one whole cup of baking soda down the drain followed by two cups of boiling water.
![3 Min Timer](/data/3_min_timer_2021_04_05_11_18_30.png)
Step Three
Wait a few minutes.
![Baking Soda And Vinegar](/data/Baking_soda_and_vinegar_2021_04_05_11_18_59.png)
Step Four
Add on more cup of baking soda and a cup of white vinegar.
![Plug](/data/Plug_2021_04_05_11_18_45.png)
Step Five
Plug the drain if you can. If you hear it bubbling and fizzing, that means its working.
![Kettle 2 Cups](/data/Kettle_2_cups_2021_04_05_11_19_55.png)
Step Six
Once the bubbles have all gone, you can wash it away with another two cups of boiling water.
![Shiny Sink](/data/Shiny_sink_2021_04_05_11_20_05.png)
Step Seven
Try to keep your sink clean and dont wash food or fat down the plughole (this will stop it getting blocked again).
![Calendar](/data/Calendar_2021_04_05_11_20_16.png)
Step Eight
You could also repeat the above steps once a month to keep everything running smoothly.