Do not get the choked drainage blues and use this program
Do not get the choked drainage blues and use this program
What are some of the best remedies to open obstructed drains pipes of your bathroom? The typical plunger is easiest and speediest solution. Using a plunger is very simple if you know how. But you should avoid applying unnecessarily too much force to the plunger when pulsating it up and down. To achieve the desired effect, the drain should be totally covered with the head of the plunger and then the bell-shaped rubber must be pressed down slowly; next the handle should be pulled up fast and with good enough force to produce an effective suction. So any material that is stuck into the bathroom, sink or tub drainpipe should come out with the upward pull on the drains pipes plunger. Some washbasins and bathtubs are provided with overflow openings that have to be blocked temporarily with a wet cloth for the plunger to develop effective suction.
Instead of using your plunger you can apply commercial products containing chemicals that can dissolve the clog, for instance concentrated drainage cleaner. First attempt to clear the drainpipe with a plunger, only then should you try the chemical solutions as they can be hazardous for the novice. Leave the chemical for a few minutes so that it loosens the blockage, and then use hot water to rinse out the drainage, taking care not to splash yourself. As a precaution you should wear clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty or corrosive chemicals on. Eye protection is not a bad idea either if you plan on plunging again in case there is any residual back splash of chemical laden water. Always read the manufacturer’s instructions carefully before use to make sure everything goes smoothly.
If the plunger does not work, try detaching the drainpipe trap by removing the bolts with suitable tools. This will create quite a mess so be ready with a towel and pail. By covering the jaws of your wrench with electrical tape you will avoid damaging the chrome on your pipes and it will also allow you to get a better purchase of them. Once you have removed the P-trap you can inspect the trap thoroughly for any blockage. If the plunger, the chemical or trap removal does not help, then the blockage could be much deeper in the pipework.
A deep blockage in the toilet can be loosened by a toilet auger. A drainpipe snake should be used if you are trying to unclog your sink or tub. drainage snakes are designed to reach deep down into the far reaches of your narrow pipes. With the help of the adjustable handle, you can literally drill into the blockage and pull out the clog from the drain pipe. Once, you have taken out the obstruction, re-fix the P-trap and rinse the drainage with hot water to make sure that the entire blockage has been removed. Make sure that everything is tight and sealed properly and test the P-trap for leaks.
If all these methods fail then you need to call in a professional plumber. If the blockage is stuck in the soil stack or the sewer service pipe has broken either due to age or because of natural causes, then you can do nothing much expect for relying on the professional drainage company to solve your problem.