While effective, boiling water can damage certain types of plumbing.
Pour half a cup of baking soda followed by half a cup of white vinegar down the drain. Plug the drain and let it fizz for 15 minutes, then flush with hot tap water (not boiling). boiling water down drain
Hot tap water from your faucet is perfectly safe. Standard home water heaters are set between 120°F and 140°F, which falls precisely within the safe operating temperature of PVC plumbing. Running hot tap water for a few minutes can help flush away minor soap scum buildup without risking structural damage. The Baking Soda and Vinegar Method While effective, boiling water can damage certain types