How to Clear a Clogged Sink Drain | This Old House

Plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey unclogs a stubborn sink drain. (See below for a shopping list and tools.)
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Shopping List for How to Clear a Clogged Sink Drain:
- Full-size brass T-fitting with no baffle, used to replace old plastic T-fitting
- Pan, used to catch water drained from the trap[BR][BR]
- Paper towels, for lining the sink cabinet floor to detect leaks

Tools for How to Clear a Clogged Sink Drain:
- Pliers, used to loosen and tighten plumbing connections

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