Dissolving and clearing the waste in a clogged drain can be done using common household items, and can be done without the use of chemicals.
Wait until the toilet bowl has drained of water. Not flushing the toilet over a period of time will allow this to occur naturally.
Simmer a large pot of water, without bringing it to a boil, using your stove top.
Dump the hot water into the toilet bowl and allow it to sit.
Repeat until the clog has been dissolved and pushed through the drain.
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