Every one of us has, at some point, been a victim of hair blocking the drain. If your bathtub drains slowly or you are sitting in several inches of sudsy water during every shower, the problem is likely to be beneath the cover of your drain. It's an easy fix so long as you understand how to correctly remove a bathtub drain cap.

There are many kinds of drain covers for showers, and each one comes with specific instructions on how to remove them. Here are the most popular shower drain covers that we commonly encounter:

• Drain covers that pop up: They usually come off straight away; however, some may require some effort.

• Screw-in: Screw-in drain covers look like a strainer. To remove them, you simply remove the screw using the appropriate screwdriver, then take them off.

• Toe-touch: Shower drains that are appropriately named because they can be opened and closed using a single press on the tip of your toe. To get rid of this kind of drain, take the drain out of the open position and then remove the cap. (Remember lefty loose, righty tight!) If that doesn't work, try a screwdriver slot to get rid completely of the mechanism.

Do you not see your shower drain's cover above? Don't be alarmed! We also offer services for flip-it, turn-and-lift push/pull, and any other drain covers available.

Unblocking the shower drain

If you're struggling with an annoying clog beneath the shower drain, there are a variety of DIY and non-prescription solutions which can offer temporary relief. They include removal tools for hair, baking soda, vinegar, or even a plunger to remove the blockage.

Remember that these are quick fixes that must be followed by calling the plumber in order to prevent the build-up from repeating or getting deeper in the drainage pipe.