Drain in bath tub is semi- clogged? Ideas?

The water does go down, but really slowly. I want to stay away from Drano if possible. Any home remedies that actually work? Or something natural that will not damage pipes or environment.


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proper use of plunger...remove face plate from tub over flow. stuff wet cotton t-shirt partially into overflow. put 1'; of water in tub and plunge, in your case, remove screen (8 hole thing) and plunge. If that doesn't work, go to big box store and buy 1/4'; snake in drum, stick in overflow and push/spin til water goes down. works real good with 2 people but I used one in air force for 4 years. I have $275.00 one nowDrain in bath tub is semi- clogged? Ideas?
there's a part of the drain designed to keep backdraught out of the system called the u-trap, or just trap.


It's a U shaped pipe that should be fairly close to the drain ( probably directly below the drain. ) If you can get access to it, the blockage is most likely there.





Basically, you need to pull the u-shaped part of the pipe off, clear the blockage, and put it back. Be sure to have a bucket under it when you first take it off!





IF that's not the problem, then there's a blockage somewhere more deep into your system, and you will most likely need to get a plumber in.
the drain cover will probably pop out revealing an X shaped drain underneath.A plumber has a special tool to remove the drain.you can use a pair of pliers handle first with a large screwdriver slid in between the handles and turn counterclockwise.once removed you will likely find a dreadlock of old nastys attached to the drain.some plumbers putty would be nice for the reinstall.
it sounds like a hair clog. try unscrewing the drain cover and removing the hair. or you could use a wire hanger and try to hook the hair out. if that doesnt work, you might try a plunger.
Pour some baking soda down it and then add vinegar. This is a home remedy that works well.