Buy a 12-ft heat trace cable before winter hits. Threading it down the shower drain for 10 minutes is cheaper and faster than any other fix.
By: ColdInTheNorth Date: Jan 2026
Pro tip: Do NOT use a propane torch or hair dryer directly on PVC—you’ll melt the pipe. This cable is the only safe solution for a frozen interior shower trap." By: NomadMike Date: Feb 2025 shower drain frozen