Clogged drain is one of the most common plumbing issue faced at home. It is one of the most frustrating job for anyone. Liquid drain cleaners are the first resort for this problem, reason being they are easy to use, supposed to be quick and the best part is, you don't have to get your hands dirty.
These chemical products can be really harmful, so they should be handled with great care. Also, many of these chemicals can even harm your septic system. So, always make sure to properly check if they are safe for your plumbing system. Also, follow all the safety instructions carefully, mentioned on the product bottle before use.
If the liquid cleaner does not work, you can go for the old faithful plunger. It works on the concept of hydraulic pressure to move the blockage. The problem with this approach in a kitchen or bathroom sink is, that the drain may not be the only outlet. There are often multiple drains or overflow connections which make a plunger useless in these cases.
Another step that you can try is, remove the sink trap. But, if you have tried chemicals on the drain earlier do not forget to run plenty of water first as there can be some left overs which can harm you.
Check the removed trap properly. See if there is any stuck in particles. You can check the trap in some other sink to see if it is working properly or you can use a clothes hanger to remove the blockage. If you find some clogged material in the trap, remove it and then re install the trap. But, if there is no blockage in the trap, go for some other more effective plumbing tools.
An auger or a plumbers snake is another effective tool that can be used for removing drain clogs. It is a long flexible spring like equipment that can be inserted into the drain to clear it. You can get it from any home superstore and is also not too expensive.
Push the snake deep down the drain. You may have to move it, twist it a little to catch the clog. If it is a tough clog, you may have to pull and push the auger several times to remove it completely. Water pressure works good for softer clogs like grease.
If you have tried all the methods mentioned above, but still cannot find a solution for your problem, then it's time for you to call a professional plumber. They can help you with the best possible solution and can also guide you about the things you need to take care of in future to prevent any serious damage.
Author Resource:
Scott Rodgers is an author with ample plumbing experience all over the country. His exemplary guidance has generated business opportunities for a lot many Denton Plumbers (Need one? click here !)and Lewisville Plumbers (Need one? click here !).
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