Tips to solve that obstructed waste pipes problem
Tips to solve that obstructed waste pipes problem
What are some of the best remedies to open blocked drainage of your bathroom? The typical plunger is easiest and speediest solution. Using a plunger is very simple if you know how. The plunger will not work if you vigorously push it up and down very but not like a pneumatic drill. Place the cup of the plunger exactly over the drain and push it downwards and upwards with short sharp movements that generate suction within the drain and pipe. The suction created when the plunger is pulled up will hopefully dislodge the material clogging the toilet, tub or sink in your bathroom. Note that some tubs and sinks are fitted with overspill holes that must be closed with a sponge or wet towel before proceeding with the plunger.
You could use a waste pipes clearance chemical that is designed to break down the material instead of the more conventional plunger. The chemicals are normally applied only after an unsuccessful attempt to remove the clog using a plunger. Let the chemicals stay in the drainpipe for some time and then wash them out with hot water, do this slowly to ensure that the water is flowing away. Wear proper clothes while dealing with chemicals, remember the strong chemicals can spill on your clothes and spoil them so be careful with that. Putting on eye cover will be a good idea if you intend to plunge again and prevent the splattering of left over chemicals into your eye. Just be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions to avoid any unnecessary issues.
The next thing you can attempt to use if your plunger is unproductive is to loosen the nuts holding the P-trap in place with pliers or a pipe wrench. You should have a bucket and a towel handy as this can be a really dirty job. If you dont want to destroy the chrome finish of your pipes, then wrap the jaws of the pipe wrench with the electric tape; this will also help you to get a better grip. Once the P-trap is removed, check the trap for any solid materials obstructing the pipe opening. If, however you cannot find any solid materials the problem is probably harder to get to, between the trap and the soil stack deep in the waste pipes pipework.
In case of a clogged up toilet, you can apply a toilet auger. However a plumbers drain pipe snake is more suitable for bath tub or kitchen sink waste pipes. drainage snakes are designed to reach deep down into the far reaches of your narrow pipes. By turning the handle to dig into the blockage, you can bring the clog up and away from the drain. The P-trap should be reconnected once the obstruction is cleared, slowly flush the drainage with hot water to confirm that there is no obstruction and that there are no leaks. Make certain the whole thing is tightly closed and check for any leakage in the P-trap and ensure that the water flows well.
If all the above enlisted methods fail to unclog your bathroom drain pipe, then you should call a professional drainage contractor. Professional plumbers can identify and solve serious problems like aged pipes caving in, tree root invasion, blocked sewer line or soil stack; these should not be attempted by the homeowner as you will not have the right tools to solve the problem.