What Causes a Bathtub to Clog?

A common plumbing problem that everyone more or less eventually faces is that of a clogged bathtub. Unlike a clogged toilet, when there’s some sort of block in the bathtub, it typically presents after weeks, months, or even years of use.

Often, what clogs a bathtub is a gradual buildup of material that would normally be washed down the drain. Understanding the origin is important in cleaning the drain and unclogging the bathtub.

Here are four common items that may cause a bathtub to clog: