Bathtub drain is clogged!?

Question

We recently purchased this house and while taking a shower the water drains very slowly. All other sinks drain without a problem, just the one in the bathtub. I have used several types of pipe cleaner (drano, etc.) and they have had little or no effect. Any suggestions of what I can do next? I own a snake. Will this damage the pipes?

Thanks for your help in advance!!

Answer 1

Use the snake.

It won't damage anything.

Answer 2

Snake it!  The snake shouldn't damage the pipes - that's what its made for.  If you have access to the plumbing, you could just disconnect the drain pipe and inspect it for clogs too!