Frozen Tub Drain ((hot)) Here

A frozen drain is different from a clogged drain. If you pour hot water down and it drains away after a few seconds, it’s likely a clog. If the water sits in the tub or drains extremely slowly and temperatures have been below freezing, ice is the likely culprit.

If you are reading this because you are currently standing in ankle-deep cold water, staring at a drain that refuses to cooperate, take a deep breath. I spent the last 48 hours living this nightmare, and here is the long version of how it went down, what didn’t work, and what finally saved my pipes (and my sanity). frozen tub drain