The tub in my newly purchased 10 year old home is draining very slowly and the last bit of water around the drain never drains. After removing the metal cap I can see why. The threaded pipe stands up 3/4 inches above the tub floor. I have used a screwdriver to reach around it and have gotten debris, but it clogs up again quickly. I hate to ruin the acrylic tub by using drain cleaner. Any suggestions?
In addition, we have trouble with our low-level- water toilets clogging up and needing plunging frequently. Since they always need a double-flush to work, I feel this mandatory building code enforcement has accomplished nothing.