Home Solution to Clogged Drains
Once the drain gets blocked, your first impulse is to call the plumber. However, it is possible that you can resolve the issue through DIY methods. Then, there is no need to incur additional expense by hiring a plumbing expert. Try the usual home remedies using inexpensive tools and homemade solutions. Add a little sweat and common sense. The drain is rid of congestion without the need for summoning the plumber.
Use the plunger. If it does not work, get a coat hanger made of wood. Straighten your improvised tool. Twist one end to fashion a little hook. Thrust it beyond the drain cap and feel your way around. Remove the soap or shampoo residue, hair and other fragments from the drain using the hanger. Avoid pushing it down since this may only worsen the problem. Allow the hot water to run through and see if the drain functions normally again.
Pour a solution of brine or salt water. This prevents grease from accumulating and gets rid of any foul odor. This is more of a preventive measure that can save you money. What should you do next if the clogging is not resolved? Buy a drain cleaning solution. Read the guidelines before using the product. Remember that certain chemicals can damage plastic pipelines of disposal systems for rubbish installed in the kitchen sink. Repeated use of the cleaner can also mess up your plumbing.
The house vinegar and baking soda solution is a potent brew. Besides, you need not buy the chemical substances that may have adverse effects on your utilities. Pour ½ cup of baking soda followed by ½ cup of vinegar. Follow this up with boiling water to get rid of the congestion. Another cheap tool that you can use is the mechanical snake. Use this manual implement with the garden hose to take out any objects from the main drain leading to the sewer. Thrust the snake into the pipe and turn on the faucet. Water coming from the hose will help clear the drain.
The ordinary needle-nose pliers can be used to pull out any hair or other specks. Be sure to detach the stopper before reaching out to the clogged area. Again, there is nothing wrong with do-it-yourself techniques. However, it is advisable to call a competent plumber if the task proves to be difficult. This will save you time and money in the long-term.
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