Be careful what you put down the drain in your home. These household cleaners all may be damaging your plumbing.

First, boil a large pot of water on the stove—the pot should be big enough to fill the sink with water. Pour 1/2 cup of dish soap (it doesn't have to be Dawn, but should be a soap that cuts grease) ...

We asked two professional plumbers if dish soap was safe to use for clogged drains. Here's what they had to say.