You only need to stick the hose into the drain and create a tight seal. Then, set it to exhaust. Listen to the sound it makes afterward; a sudden change in sound usually means your clog just bit the ...

If your vacuum doesn't work as well as it used to, the filter is the most likely culprit. We explain how often to clean each kind of filter and when to replace them.

The more you use your Shop-Vac, the more suction you lose as its filter gets clogged up. This DIY pre-separator will help prevent your Shop-Vac’s filter from clogging, and keep its suction power from ...