How to Unclog a Sink

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  • How to unclog a sink.
    I did not wear gloves because I didn't use any chemicals. If you tried to use Liquid Plumber or Draino first, please wear gloves.
    If this does not fix the clog, it would be best to hire a plumber who will snake your pipes as the clog is beyond the P trap.
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  • @dartmoorcat1074
    @dartmoorcat1074 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4642

    Finally a way to learn from a dad without being yelled at for not knowing it already

    • @madisonstouten1434
      @madisonstouten1434 4 ปีที่แล้ว +84

      Same

    • @nicobones9608
      @nicobones9608 4 ปีที่แล้ว +175

      Did you and I have the same dad? I have a sibling I didn't know about!

    • @veronicacelmer7803
      @veronicacelmer7803 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Lol

    • @mojo015
      @mojo015 4 ปีที่แล้ว +255

      Me: Dad, can you please teach me how to bike?
      Dad: How are you not able to bike at 8 years old?!
      AKA The Story of Why I’m 32 and a Dad Myself But I Don’t Know How To Ride a Bike and Can’t Teach My Kids
      Thanks, _dad_.

    • @Xicanatravelz
      @Xicanatravelz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Omg yes I relate to this so much lmao

  • @alexa3004
    @alexa3004 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2353

    Is my sink clogged?
    No.
    Am I gonna watch this video at 1am and leave a comment?
    Yes.

    • @victoriakinny9210
      @victoriakinny9210 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      This was funny until i looked at the time I'm watching this. It's 2:08 am and I'm in the bath watching this because i couldn't sleep :/

    • @theotherriley3033
      @theotherriley3033 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@victoriakinny9210 same minus the bath lol

    • @victoriakinny9210
      @victoriakinny9210 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@theotherriley3033 you should hop in the bath then! If you need a rubber duckie (or several) to keep you company I have extras i can spare. I bought 1200 for a prank and just keep them in my house

    • @nandachii7600
      @nandachii7600 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I don't event have a sink

    • @tecgunmcowen8507
      @tecgunmcowen8507 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Watching this at 1:28am 😂

  • @coffeebreak4888
    @coffeebreak4888 4 ปีที่แล้ว +453

    Just the phrase "Dad, how do I..." already hits home.

    • @Kazoo420
      @Kazoo420 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It does, doesn't it. My wife said "it hitting all the feels and kudos to you dad." "thanks dad"

  • @DavidHise
    @DavidHise 4 ปีที่แล้ว +572

    Dad, the weather is getting nice out and want to learn: how do I grill food? Thank you.

    • @LightningSykes013
      @LightningSykes013 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      That would be good to know.

    • @candycetrickett4678
      @candycetrickett4678 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yes!

    • @MsWerewolf21
      @MsWerewolf21 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Actually thats just what i need thanks dad

    • @musicfanatic7740
      @musicfanatic7740 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I've actually wondered that myself. My biological dad wasn't there to teach me, and all my first stepdad knew how to do was throw a little beer on it and drink the rest (he was an addict/dealer/alcoholic and other stuff). And I haven't even seen a grill at my mamaw and papaw's, ever, and I lived with them for a time.

    • @DanielLopez-up6os
      @DanielLopez-up6os 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I would be interested in it aswell.

  • @Loach461
    @Loach461 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2826

    My sink is draining quickly now. Thanks dad

    • @DadhowdoI
      @DadhowdoI  4 ปีที่แล้ว +458

      You're welcome Kyle! 👍

    • @MoveFaster
      @MoveFaster 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      💚💚

    • @suhc3437
      @suhc3437 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Thank you

    • @emilybasinger473
      @emilybasinger473 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      🥺

    • @alana1477
      @alana1477 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      this makes me cry

  • @multimalware5325
    @multimalware5325 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2560

    Who tf left a dislike

    • @Daijaron
      @Daijaron 4 ปีที่แล้ว +350

      a rival grumpy dad

    • @judahmerrill1685
      @judahmerrill1685 4 ปีที่แล้ว +185

      An electrician

    • @WarDoctor42
      @WarDoctor42 4 ปีที่แล้ว +188

      that guy couldn't unplug the sink lmao

    • @discoinferno2654
      @discoinferno2654 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      I knowwww makes me so mad

    • @CharlesOwens04
      @CharlesOwens04 4 ปีที่แล้ว +106

      Plumbers.

  • @Limber_lemur
    @Limber_lemur 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1418

    My dad refuses to teach me things like this because I am a woman... He tells me to get a guy friend or a plumber. Thank you

    • @wendylott6920
      @wendylott6920 4 ปีที่แล้ว +95

      My dad was the same way. He passed away years ago and left me with so many questions.

    • @tywinislitandeddard9988
      @tywinislitandeddard9988 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      He said it for you. He dosent want his daughter getting her hands messy when a guy could do it for her.

    • @ereaUA
      @ereaUA 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @island mike hit me with some constructive criticism. Because, "fashion" and "retarded" are also conditional and personal concepts. Some even consider a FASHION to be retarded, ok?

    • @ereaUA
      @ereaUA 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      He does it for your good. Go ahead and ask mother to teach you cooking, keeping house clean and other woman things.

    • @kgb4150
      @kgb4150 4 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      @@ereaUA there are times when you can't ask for help or have to solve the problem urgently. This is why I, for example, had to learn how to cook.

  • @SnapesDM
    @SnapesDM 4 ปีที่แล้ว +247

    Me, mid 30s, learning more about how to fix stupid shit I should ALREADY know how to deal with, from a perfect stranger on the internet. You sir, win parenting 👏💕

  • @annawest3389
    @annawest3389 4 ปีที่แล้ว +352

    This man must be protected at all costs

  • @broston_doesntcare
    @broston_doesntcare 4 ปีที่แล้ว +182

    guys, this video wasn’t monetized.
    this guy deserve some payment for this great act of deed

    • @maryannewells2687
      @maryannewells2687 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He needs a Patreon if he doesn’t already have one

    • @beetdiggingcougar
      @beetdiggingcougar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I had several ads before, during, and after. I think it is monetized now.

    • @MezMcG
      @MezMcG 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@beetdiggingcougar That could be TH-cam monetizing it for its own ends. The platform wouldn't exist if it wasn't making money for its owners.

  • @PootPootPondoot
    @PootPootPondoot 4 ปีที่แล้ว +356

    Hey Dad, can you teach us how to clean an oven? Your kindness shines through every video!

    • @abigailwhiteley1607
      @abigailwhiteley1607 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Yes cleaning an oven would be so useful!

    • @abigailwhiteley1607
      @abigailwhiteley1607 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I never seem to get it totally clean, would love to see his advice!

    • @eerieyokai6228
      @eerieyokai6228 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Most newer ovens have a self clean setting. If you put your oven on self clean, usually it will lock the oven door, heat up so hot that it turns everything left in the oven to ash, then you can just wipe out the ash when it's done.
      If your oven doesn't have a self-clean option, then easy off spray is always great too!

    • @abigailwhiteley1607
      @abigailwhiteley1607 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@eerieyokai6228 That's so handy to know, thank you!

    • @oobaka1967
      @oobaka1967 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@eerieyokai6228 My 30 year old over had a self cleaning feature. My new 5 year old over does not :(

  • @osirisgranados4145
    @osirisgranados4145 4 ปีที่แล้ว +190

    Imagine this guy’s face when he wakes up and sees his videos blew up. Faith in humanity slightly restored. ❤️

  • @lainab6538
    @lainab6538 4 ปีที่แล้ว +494

    My dad is alive, he’s just not very good at giving instructions over the phone. Thank you for helping me fix my sink!

    • @6z0
      @6z0 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      He in prison?

    • @cosminmiculas1279
      @cosminmiculas1279 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      516Jafuh 😂😂

    • @zaku81
      @zaku81 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same :/

    • @oobaka1967
      @oobaka1967 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've tried to give instructions over the phone. It is not at all easy. Too many variables.
      It's worse if the person you're trying to instruct doesn't have any experience.

    • @Benjy52
      @Benjy52 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      oobaka1967 Some kids aren’t verbal learners. They have to read it, or do it in tandem with someone else.

  • @billrussell4832
    @billrussell4832 4 ปีที่แล้ว +199

    I have a dad, but its like he doesn't exist. It hurts to have a father who isn't close to you. Really hurts man

    • @malinmller8908
      @malinmller8908 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Same my dad lives in another country

    • @dankmemescantmeltsteelbeam8646
      @dankmemescantmeltsteelbeam8646 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Same here man. I think it makes you a stronger person and will make you a great father for your future children.

    • @bendoverson3231
      @bendoverson3231 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Same here dude never taught me anything

    • @SmoothCode
      @SmoothCode 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@bendoverson3231 Oh - I didn't know that I had a sibling!

    • @jpcpdntp
      @jpcpdntp 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Some men just don't realize they are the world to their children. They can't know how heartbreaking it is to a child when fathers don't make the effort to focus on a relationship, or they would invest more time on them. It is the most important job of a man's life - raising well-adjusted kids. Reading to a child at bedtime EVERY NIGHT should be a priority...even if Mom did it already. Dad needs to read to them nightly too. Not only does it help build relationships, but school is sooo much easier when they are comfortable with books. My grandsons knew half the words by the time they were 6-7 because they had been automatically following along for awhile as Dad and Mom read to them.

  • @donnadodge6773
    @donnadodge6773 4 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    I'm a 67 year old female house owner who lost her father when I was 6 years old. This has been so helpful in a very nonthreatening way. Thank you so much. I love this.

  • @cristar17
    @cristar17 4 ปีที่แล้ว +149

    You saved my life. My sink was taking minutes to drain and we were just days before moving out of our apt. and I knew we were going to be fined. This video gave me exactly what I needed including the confidence to just go through with it!

  • @dawn8905
    @dawn8905 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1026

    I love these videos! My dad has passed and sooo many times I’ve had problems and just wish he was here to ask because I know he’d know just what to do! Thanks so much, your videos are so helpful!

    • @DadhowdoI
      @DadhowdoI  4 ปีที่แล้ว +99

      Thanks for the kind words Dawn. :0)

    • @melissawhite5116
      @melissawhite5116 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Me too Dawn. 5 years ago

    • @dawn8905
      @dawn8905 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Melissa White bless you, mine was 7 years ago now. Doesn’t get any easier! Love to you xx

    • @brittanybalthaser9939
      @brittanybalthaser9939 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I feel this so much. My dad passed 1 year ago and there’s so many times I want to call him and ask him something but I can’t and then I cry because it hits me all over again that he’s not here. But this man here is amazing thank you for creating this page. Hats off to you sir.

    • @dawn8905
      @dawn8905 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Brittany Balthaser my feelings exactly! Bless you. He lives on in you! X

  • @ems_amvs2789
    @ems_amvs2789 4 ปีที่แล้ว +250

    I lost my dad when i was 5 years old and now im 14 years olds thanks to your videos i can do all the things that my. Dad did not taught me like the video how to shave thank you so much because it helped me shaved my tiny beard please keep doing this so the other poeples out there with the same situation know what to do

    • @toolie1
      @toolie1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well I lost my dad when i wasnt even born at least you saw your dad

    • @sadiekupietz5992
      @sadiekupietz5992 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      just another random guy over here don’t worry, it’s not a competition

    • @toolie1
      @toolie1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sadiekupietz5992 wut? who said it is im just saying

    • @cactus8802
      @cactus8802 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@toolie1 don't make it about yourself

    • @melisa2339
      @melisa2339 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      just another random guy over here lmfao its not a competition 😭💀

  • @celinal8215
    @celinal8215 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    All those earings and rings and stuff I've lost to the sink drain were all waiting RIGHT THERE in the p trap THIS WHOLE TIME ARE U KIDDING ME!?
    I wish you were my dad. These videos are amazing thank you so much for being you.

    • @wolfpatricia
      @wolfpatricia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Like he said, it depends on how much water you poured down the drain after. They could have been there, then washed away later.

  • @unlicensedmorgue990
    @unlicensedmorgue990 4 ปีที่แล้ว +278

    DAD YOU FORGOT TO PUT ON THE GLOVES BE CAREFUL

    • @momentsformoms9467
      @momentsformoms9467 4 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      He said only if you’ve poured a chemical down the sink.

    • @shellyt556
      @shellyt556 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@momentsformoms9467 Doesn't listen. Like real children

    • @Pm50077
      @Pm50077 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@shellyt556 lma9

  • @aeishacorporal5540
    @aeishacorporal5540 4 ปีที่แล้ว +214

    I'm here because of a Facebook post. Support Wholesome Dad!

  • @augusthenrygildner
    @augusthenrygildner 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    That hole in the plug at 5:17 made me think back to 10 years ago when I was a kid wondering why the plug would just pop up and down! no wonder, it was disconnected! I can't believe I'm just learning this. THANK YOU!

  • @sennemoyson7973
    @sennemoyson7973 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    normal people saying this is so boring,but this guy god sent us really just makes it feel personal

  • @holdthewhoa
    @holdthewhoa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I successfully learned a new
    life skill, thanks to you! My sink is running clear and I pulled out a half of a hand sized hair ball, a rock, and hair clip.
    You’re the best!

  • @tyleryarbrough-lewis2495
    @tyleryarbrough-lewis2495 4 ปีที่แล้ว +146

    I've been dealing with a kitchen sink clog for a min. This came right when I needed it. You are greatly appreciated. 😭😭😭

  • @windynichols
    @windynichols 4 ปีที่แล้ว +248

    Found you through a post your daughter made in a FB group. My heart! Your channel is amazing. Made me cry thinking about how sweet what you're doing. 💕💕💕

    • @DadhowdoI
      @DadhowdoI  4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Thanks Windy. :0)

  • @Annie-49
    @Annie-49 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    My husband is going to be so impressed the next time I drop my earring down the sink. He won't have to fetch it out for me! I can do it! :D

    • @dinithi5629
      @dinithi5629 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      you go girl!!! *cheers*

    • @wolfpatricia
      @wolfpatricia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You can buy a wire screen insert to fit in the drain that will allow water to go down, but not your earrings, bobby pins, etc. Prevention is the best option. (Note: you do have to clean the screen and the drain below it from time to time.)

    • @Annie-49
      @Annie-49 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@wolfpatricia Great! Thanks for that. You'd think I learn to stop keeping earrings in the bathroom, but since that is obviously not going to happen this is a fab idea. :)

  • @akirebara
    @akirebara 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I also grew up without a dad and I'm a recent homeowner. I'm so happy he's doing these videos.

  • @KimberlyisGold
    @KimberlyisGold 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    So cute! He even has terrible dad jokes! I love this! We need more of this in the world!

  • @guidofedeli851
    @guidofedeli851 4 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Subbed immediately. My dad wanted to do everything himself and never taught me a thing. This channel is a lifesaver. Thank you very much!

  • @kittyxmilkxart7087
    @kittyxmilkxart7087 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Thanks “Dad”!! I used your wisdom last week to fix a pain in the butt clog in my kitchen drains! It took me a couple days, but I did it!! (My dad took his own life while my mom was pregnant with me 😢) Thank you for saving the day! I also taught both my daughters as I fixed it so they can pass it on to their kids some day!

  • @thegraveyard1858
    @thegraveyard1858 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My dad just doesn’t have the time to teach me this stuff, your channel is such a blessing. Thank you so so much.

  • @noamif
    @noamif 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Man, I’ve lost my dad when I was 13 and I’m lacking so many basic skills and you my friend, you will never know how much this channel means to me !

  • @rachelbenson2636
    @rachelbenson2636 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    My dad passed away when I was 14 and I never learned how to do this. You have both made my day and made me cry. Thank you for being so wholesome. Keep up the great work!

  • @messybun9171
    @messybun9171 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I've been asking my dad to unclog my sink for over a year. And I live with him. I'll be doing it myself now! Thank you so much

  • @madeaclay
    @madeaclay 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    My sincere gratitude, Dad. You empowered me to fix my sink and saved me a visit from a plumber.

    • @veramae4098
      @veramae4098 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      "Empowered". Yes, knowing how to cope gives us POWER. Funny, isn't it?

  • @ParkerDeen
    @ParkerDeen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My 18 year old son and I just fixed a slow drain sink! I know that must sound so simple and easy for some folks, but for me it was incredible and empowering! Thank you so much Rob!

  • @r6stoxicity10
    @r6stoxicity10 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Why would anyone dislike, this man is a role model! Love u dad!

  • @kodo126p
    @kodo126p 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My dad simply left when I was 12. I found my way around to do all the stuff around house myself, yet it feels good to watch you. Thanks dad!

  • @ColorJoyLynnH
    @ColorJoyLynnH 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You rock!!!
    I am 63. I like figuring things out. Daddy thought girls should not need tools if you weren’t super poor. He grew up in the depression/WWII. He taught my younger brother.
    Daddy died when my brother was 12 (I was 14). I am astounded at how much my brother retained... plumbing, carpentry, electrical.
    Now my brother teaches me. First he taught me to fix computers and we did Y2K consulting together. Now he moved across the street after decades out of town. He buys me tools. He is my biggest advocate.
    Your channel will help me learn more. Also, you will help my dear friend who just bought her first house and is finishing her Masters so has little cash for calling services to help her out.
    Thanks! Subscribed.

  • @Froot22
    @Froot22 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Wow, I can't believe how useful this was. Been living alone for over a year now and hadn't even considered doing any kind of maintenance. My sink wasn't able to hold water at all but this helped me fix it. Thank you so much!

  • @Bonzai30
    @Bonzai30 4 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    I too had my dad walk out on my when I was young, so I can relate. I also had no idea how easy it was to remove the trap of the bottom of the sink, so I’ve found a couple of other non-chemical ways to clear sink clogs that may be useful to your viewers and don’t involve removing any sink parts.
    For me, most of the clogs happen at the top of the pipe in those four grooves in the circular water trap. If you don’t want to remove the water trap, you can very inexpensively buy a narrow, flexible brush to clean metal drinking straws. Open the water trap in the sink and use the flexible straw brush to clean the four grooves. If that doesn’t work, I have a small plunger that’s made for specifically for sinks, and this is also really inexpensive. Fill the sink with water and start plunging away. The combination of these two things has not yet failed me yet, but, if they do, I now know how to remove the sink trap. Thanks for that!

  • @karlamalcolm9249
    @karlamalcolm9249 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Having a steady, kind dad, when so many things are crazy out there, is just so restorative, thanks!

  • @x__0mika0__x43
    @x__0mika0__x43 4 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    I'm a trans boy and my father is transphobic, he refused to teach me anything but i find you✨
    Thank you so much, many people cried watching this, not cuz it's emotional, but cuz their father wasn't there to teach them that
    Again
    Thank you

    • @marronmazoku1079
      @marronmazoku1079 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @x_0mika0_x:
      Oof. u.u; So much relate. (Also, hi! I'm trans too

    • @pf5846
      @pf5846 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Todoroki!!

    • @InASpiralOfAnts
      @InASpiralOfAnts 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bless you !!

    • @axo2607
      @axo2607 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tf is a trans boy

    • @lukeschlanderer
      @lukeschlanderer 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jesus loves u

  • @maritachan22
    @maritachan22 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Im literally crying through this video. I just saw the post on FB and you overwhelmed my heart. My dad left my family when i was 7 and now, as a single, house-owning woman, i have to youtube so much basic stuff. Thank you ❤

  • @KeepingItReal1005
    @KeepingItReal1005 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Thank you for this. I almost cried when I saw a post on Facebook about your TH-cam channel. You have no idea how much I appreciate you being someone who also grew up without a dad. Thank you for being a dad to thousands of people!!

  • @sofiaa_abad
    @sofiaa_abad ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you so much!! my dad didn't have a dad to teach him these things, and as a girl you're never really encouraged to do these things, I unclogged my sink and squealed of joy, never has a pile of smelly gunk made me feel so happy, thank you so much!!!

  • @bertorojas1463
    @bertorojas1463 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Getting Dad in a better position by watching the whole video, posting a comment, and liking the video. Helping Dad OUTSMART THE TH-cam ALGORITHM. WE GOT YOU, DAD 1,000%!!!

  • @Xicanatravelz
    @Xicanatravelz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love my dad, but he’s always been an extremely busy worker and he never had time to teach me things like this. And both my parents never had patience to teach without screaming or getting annoyed. If I am ever a parent, I will always prioritize time like this. Thank you for everything dad! You’re helping many and I agree with the rest, we must protect you at all costs❤️ you bring hope and a smile to many of us.

  • @kornklone
    @kornklone 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Pops walked out when I was 9 and left us living on the streets. Only thing I ever learned was computers so I appreciate your videos quite a bit. Thanks, Dad!

  • @LoungePhany
    @LoungePhany 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I adore the "You got this" Not only teaching, but trusting your children will be able to do it. That's wholesome. That hits home. Thanks Dad.

  • @usmanrafiq2022
    @usmanrafiq2022 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    He made me want to clean my sink even tho it’s not clogged. Love you Dad!

  • @oldestbinda
    @oldestbinda 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    New homeowner and my dad lives far away, I just declogged my sink cause of this. It was very gross but draines perfectly now. Thank you!

  • @Saluotok
    @Saluotok 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Thanks for this, my flat's sink has been draining so slowly for ages and now it's fixed - you're a legend

  • @Bootsii
    @Bootsii 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm happy to say the operation was a complete SUCCESS! Thank you for this. My dad is not in my life, so having to be "the man" of the house weighs puts pressure on me to magically know these things.

  • @Jaqueline6969
    @Jaqueline6969 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’m a single mom so I no longer have a man to do things like this for me, I also lost my dad a few years ago so I can no longer call him up..
    thanks so much for this video! Means a lot to me 😌

  • @markbaker3238
    @markbaker3238 4 ปีที่แล้ว +152

    Hey Dad, my daughter told me to watch you. Great Stuff!
    You should do a video explaining Lefty Loosey, Righty Tighty.

    • @DadhowdoI
      @DadhowdoI  4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Thanks Mark. 👍

  • @palomajofre1664
    @palomajofre1664 4 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    42 people missclicked dislike bc of their tears in the screen.

  • @hirako7620
    @hirako7620 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not the dad we deserve, but the dad we needed.

  • @jodiedouglas8021
    @jodiedouglas8021 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this. It’s so good for the solo ladies too. Calling a plumber in Australia is a $350+ call out fee.
    You’re the Ron Swanson to my Ann Perkins !

  • @eeelle__
    @eeelle__ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This is awesome! My dad passed away when I was 13 years old and I don't have anyone to call when I need someone for help like this. Luckily, my hubby is great at this but I also would like to know more on how to do stuff on my own.
    You are awesome!! I hope you upload more videos. :)

  • @benjamingarces3127
    @benjamingarces3127 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I do have a father, he just doesn't know how to be one. Anyway, whatever is above us human beings may keep you in its grace (if there is such thing), man.

  • @valgubler5284
    @valgubler5284 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My dad left me before I was born so I never got to learn anything about how to fix or do basic tasks. I love this guy so much because he’s like my dad. He deserves the world. I love his channel! ❤️

  • @anniathome
    @anniathome ปีที่แล้ว

    You, Sir, are a national treasure. Thank you so much for your kind and generous spirit! My dad did not teach me these things because I’m a girl. He’s been gone for almost 20 years now. And now my husband is disabled, on dialysis, and on the kidney transplant list. My daughters and I desperately need a kind, gentle teacher as we learn how to take care of so many things in the house. Thank you again. May God lavishly bless your 2023. America needs you and an army of men like you!

  • @jacqueline143
    @jacqueline143 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Can you show us how to empty a garbage disposal? I can hear something clinking around in there but can’t see it or feel anything.

  • @davidtankersley2293
    @davidtankersley2293 4 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Someone just talked about you on Redditt, loving these videos. It was in the You should know group , talked about uou in a positive way

  • @thecheese1656
    @thecheese1656 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have an amazing dad that taught me everything I need to know. There is no one I have more respect for. But these videos are going to help so many people. You sir are a legend

  • @MissRainbowLover101
    @MissRainbowLover101 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My dad was killed by a drunk driver on Valentine’s Day when I was 4 and there are so many basics I lack this was one of them. Thank you so much for being who you are!

  • @meghalanair
    @meghalanair 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I have literally never done anything like this before. Have always enlisted help. Thank you so much for this simple ‘how to’... delivered so authentically. I was successful!. Thanks Dad!

  • @Daddy_Red09
    @Daddy_Red09 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just recently lost my father to Glioblastoma, and you've covered some issues I needed help with that I'd normally ask my father. So thank you so much for helping me in more than just one way. ❤️

  • @danellewright5655
    @danellewright5655 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You're a treasure. I have a wonderful dad but I still had no idea of how to do this. And sometimes when he shows me he uses 'man talk', and a lot of mumbling which I can't always understand anyways. Haha. Thanks so much!

  • @PlatypusDragon
    @PlatypusDragon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much!!! I was able to follow this tutorial exactly, and now the sink runs better than ever! We had tried multiple times to fix it with Drain-O, but there was so much nasty goop that it was super plugged no matter what. I feel like a plumbing QUEEN, thank you!

  • @servantofChrist3
    @servantofChrist3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Your dad jokes will soon become iconic!

  • @priscillaflores2180
    @priscillaflores2180 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Oh my god! This is a brilliant channel! I love my dad but he lives far away and he’d just do it for me instead of teach me. My stepdad works a lot (I love him too) and he tells me when I need help “TH-cam it” 😂 I actually have this issue and now it doesn’t seem so hard to handle thank you 🙏

  • @choryferguson2196
    @choryferguson2196 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ll be 40 this year, likely not much younger than you. But I wish you’d been a resource for me during my own fatherless youth. Thank you for this, you’re an example to us all of what humanity can do for its own. Blessed be.

  • @o.g.sharpes4567
    @o.g.sharpes4567 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm a single mom and my son is my world. You're not just a dad of 2 you're a dad to millions!❤ thank you so much for all your help. You rock!

  • @krystenscott5235
    @krystenscott5235 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I wish I had seen this last night. Literally just had to take mine apart to unclog it (one of my kids decided to wash a muddy rock in my sink and got it good and rocky and muddy and CLOGGED). I went for the “screw it, learn as you go” method Bc I don’t have anyone to call for advice. Glad to know I did it correctly lol Thanks for your videos!

  • @roomanxD
    @roomanxD 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Hey, I just found out this Chanel. I now and by the first time in my life I feel that I have a father. Thank you dad. Lovebu ❤️

  • @AngelieAcademy
    @AngelieAcademy 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My mom's bathroom sink has been clogged for a while now, so it was very convenient that I stumbled upon your tutorial today. I tried out what you taught in this video and was able to unclog my mom's bathroom sink all by myself!! Granted, there's still some kind of deeper blockage beyond the p-trap that is still clogging the sink whenever the faucet runs (we'll get a maintenance tech to help with that), but the fact that I now know how to take off and reattach a p-trap is so rewarding!! I also grew up without my biological father in life and briefly had a useless stepfather, so I really commend you for creating this channel for fellow fatherless folks! Thank you so much!

  • @Nectarfizz
    @Nectarfizz 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My dad passed away in 2004 so I didn't know who to ask about my slow drain. After I watched this I went ahead and opened up my P trap....one word "EEEEEEWWWWW" The previous owners of this apartment clearly did not know to do this...the smell alone...then clumps of slimy black stuff. I don't think I even WANT to know what that is. Thanks Dad! I almost cried thinking about the fact that my dad would have liked you and thanked you. He once taught me to change a tire with the car set to neutral. He laughed quite a lot at me trying to take the lug nuts off before admitting what he did..such a prankster!

  • @1983shall
    @1983shall 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for this! I had a plumber come to the house to look at this exact issue and they said they couldn't do anything b/c the pipe was glued. Turns out it wasn't and I was able to fix it. I really, really appreciate you taking the time to share your knowledge with us!

  • @clarisawheeler
    @clarisawheeler 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    My kids dad died several years ago. I try, but I know I’m not enough. Thank you. 😢😍

    • @veronicatorres4854
      @veronicatorres4854 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Single mom here. We can are enough! It’s hard, but we can do it with help from friends and family and now Dad here :). It’s just me and my two girls and I am so happy to tell them I found them a dad! Lol.

  • @zanzabird7612
    @zanzabird7612 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm 58 years old and I'm crying. Never really had a father (he was alcoholic) and home was never normal. Some wounds aren't healed by the passage of time. Your kindness is touching. Thank you.

  • @roseleavens7464
    @roseleavens7464 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My parents moved out to their isolated cabin because of coronavirus. Thank you for helping me learn how to take good care of our house while they’re gone!

  • @kalvinmccumber2990
    @kalvinmccumber2990 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    You should do a video on how to change oil, that would be very helpful :(

    • @holdthewhoa
      @holdthewhoa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He did a oil change video!
      Here’s the link:
      th-cam.com/video/H27wGdjuR6M/w-d-xo.html

  • @rshuler6967
    @rshuler6967 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes, be careful!! Had to take my husband to the ER after he had to get under the house to get to the plug, he found it, laid in chemicals till he had it repaired, and got 3rd degree burns on arms and back! Thanks dad, you’re anointed! 🙏🏼

  • @kellyprieto6514
    @kellyprieto6514 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thank you for your whole channel and your existence. my dad passed away almost 4 years ago and now i’m 18 and don’t know how to do any real life stuff, but i hope this helps me with my sink 🥺🥺🥺 have a nice day

  • @olliedelnevo
    @olliedelnevo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This man is an angel and must be protected at all costs

  • @B-l-e-a-k-y-y-y
    @B-l-e-a-k-y-y-y 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Appreciate your message so much man! Never had a dad in my life and this speaks to me. Hope the best for you.

  • @TheGamingShelf
    @TheGamingShelf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just used this to unclog my sink. Never taken apart a sink before. Thanks Dad!

  • @carolineklimek4867
    @carolineklimek4867 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I watched this video just to watch it when it first came out. Today it came in handy! A sign your a great teacher is that I didn't need to rewatch it, it all absorbed into my brain the first time. Just came back to say Thanks Dad!

  • @updated_autopsy_report
    @updated_autopsy_report ปีที่แล้ว +6

    hey man your videos are awesome! this one in particular helped me a lot, I managed to clear a ton of hair from the p-trap and underneath the stopper today!

  • @lakaylalyons5284
    @lakaylalyons5284 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I respect you so much for this I've never had a dad in my life so this really warms my heart thank you for everything you do 🥰

  • @Pikminiman
    @Pikminiman 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks so much for this video! I spent months with a slow-draining sink, thinking my only recourse was to use a plunger. The plunger helped, but not for long. I just followed your instructions here, and now my sink drains perfectly. You're doing great and useful work on this channel!

  • @IuliaBlaga
    @IuliaBlaga 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    dad left us when i was 6. mom raised us by herself since and she did not know how to do these things. you are a hero!

  • @TheyKrave_Nikki
    @TheyKrave_Nikki 4 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    The weird side of me wanted to see the gunk that came out.

    • @isabellas1901
      @isabellas1901 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      No. No you really don’t. Just trust me, I almost vomited it’s so bad

    • @alexchong8615
      @alexchong8615 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@isabellas1901 yea....def gagged

    • @cuddlingteddybears
      @cuddlingteddybears 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Trust me you don't it looks like a demon 😂

  • @grey6410
    @grey6410 4 ปีที่แล้ว +106

    Hey dad, how do I put a nail into the wall to hang a picture?

    • @DadhowdoI
      @DadhowdoI  4 ปีที่แล้ว +83

      Hi Aliyah, I mention this at the end of the "How to hang a shelf video".

    • @edelkirke9330
      @edelkirke9330 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I really need to know how to hang a heavy mirror havent a clue about drills 😬

    • @gunnerjensen5998
      @gunnerjensen5998 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@edelkirke9330 Incase you need a more rapid response here's what I've learned from my dad. If you have a drill already twist the end of the "nose" to adjust the prongs that hold and drill bits you need. Open it and blace a bit that's a bit smaller than the screw you plan to use to hang the mirror. You'll drill a pilot hole maybe an inch deep. This helps guide the screw into place. When drilling applying solid but not aggressive pressure. Once the pilot hole is drilled adjust the nose to let out the bit and insert the bit that matches the head of the screw you're using. When tightening the bit you'll likely hear a click to know it's locked in place. Put the end of the screw at the entrance of the pilot hole and with solid pressure start to slowly drill in the screw. Once it's about a quarter of the way in you can speed up the drill. Be sure to leave some space to hang the wire.
      I hope this helps! I'm not terribly experienced but my dad taught me these lessons while hanging a tv and I felt inspired to pass this along!

    • @mikecastillo7088
      @mikecastillo7088 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Gunner left great advice! One thing to add though is to make sure you find a stud. A 2 inch wide board behind the wall running up and down the height of the wall. They have tools to find it but an easy way is to knock on the wall every 12 to 16 inches or so. Wall studs SHOULD be placed every 16 or 24 inches. Not everyone follows the rule though so checking every 12 to 16 inches should help find one. There's an audible difference. When you knock you'll hear a more deadened knock. No resonance to it or echo. If you find one that's a stud. Try to find an approximate center to the 2 inch stud and you can drill there. For any shelf or anything with 5 pound weight to it or more make sure to use a stud or it could fall off and do drywall damage when it comes down. If you keep knocking and hear no difference in sound you may have a very old home to where it's all boards running across so there's no worry to finding a stud. My childhood home was one of them. Homes built in the early 30's and back i believe.

    • @edelkirke9330
      @edelkirke9330 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@gunnerjensen5998 You're so good to take the time and explain-thanks so much !

  • @SFGTV56
    @SFGTV56 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve just discovered this channel from a post in FB. My dad past away a few years ago and I’ve been divorced for a while. So I live alone with my kids and I can definitely use these tutorials to fix stuff without having to call anyone !! Thank you very much !!

  • @James-is7wf
    @James-is7wf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This actually helped quite a lot. The biggest cause was the area above the P trap. I cleaned out the P trap, but I still had issues with the draining. After that, I took out the lever, and then looked down the sink hole, and there was a bunch of hair trapped there. After freeing that, I have an insanely fast drain compared to my other one which caused a bunch of water to fill up and drain slowly.

  • @laelaraion4022
    @laelaraion4022 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love how people start to call him dad :'( my happy heart huhu. I saw you on FB dad, thanks for these wonderful videos. Love from PH ♥️