Express respite for your households clogged up sewers
Express respite for your households clogged up sewers
What are some of the best remedies to open clogged up waste pipes of your bathroom? The typical plunger is easiest and speediest solution. The whole process of unclogging a blocked drain is pretty simple and straightforward. But the last thing you want to do is be too aggressive and pulse to quickly. To achieve the desired effect, the drainage 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. The suction created with the upward movement will pull back the clog that is stuck in the drainpipe of your tub, sink or toilet. Some tubs and sinks have an overspill outlet; remember to plug this outlet with the help of a wet towel or sponge before using the plunger.
The other alternative to using your drainage plunger is to use a commercial product that uses chemicals to loosen the blockage, such as caustic soda. First attempt to clear the drainage with a plunger, only then should you try the chemical solutions as they can be hazardous for the novice. The solutions should be left alone for sometime as they loosen up the blockage, then you should pour down hot water into the drain to clear the whole thing out. Because these chemicals can be corrosive or contain bleach you should only wear clothes that you are happy to be damaged. 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. The chemical product comes with specific manufacturer’s instructions; it is important to read and follow them carefully.
Another thing that you can do, if the plunger doesnt remove the blockage, is to use the pliers and pipe wrench to open the nuts that hold the P-trap in place. Now, this process can be really messy, so keep the towel and bucket handy. 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. After you have removed the P-trap, clean it thoroughly to eradicate any solid material that may be blocking the pipe opening. If you dont find anything on the P-trap, then it means that the problem lies deeper somewhere between the trap and soil stack.
In case of a clogged toilet, you can apply a toilet auger. If on the other hand you are attempting to unclog your tub or sink you may need to use a drain pipe snake. Plumbers drainpipe snakes have been specifically designed to enter deep into the narrow pipes. Once the snake has reached the blockage you can twist the adjustable handle which will drill into the obstruction so you can then pull the material out. After you have successfully removed the the blockage you should put the P-trap back into place and check if water can flow through freely. Finally, you should double check that everything is sealed properly, tightly screwed into place and make sure that the P-trap does not have any leaks.
If all these methods fail then you need to call in a professional plumber. Professional plumbers can identify and solve serious issues 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.