How to Plunge and Unclog a Sink Drain
There will come a time
when you face a clogged sink drain but take heart. It can happen to all
of us from time to time, and most drain clogs can be taken care of
without calling a plumber.
These tips apply to any stubborn sink
drain clog in your home. Just remember that if you have no success
unclogging the drain, you need to call a professional licensed plumber
for assistance.
First, you need to have the right tools. These tools will not break the bank, and you can get them at any local hardware store.
· Plunger ($10-$15)
· Cable Auger or Plumber's Snake (25 ft. $25-$35)
If
you only have a minor sink clog, you will most likely be able to take
care of the problem using a plunger. All you need to do is fill the sink
partially with water. You will then start vigorously plunging up and
down a few times and remove the plunger from the sinkhole quickly.
If
you have a double hole bathroom or kitchen sink, stuff a wet washcloth
in one hole while you plunge the other hole. The washcloth will enable
direct pressure delivery to the clog.
If the plunger doesn't do
the job, get the cable auger, and get under the sink. You will need to
remove the sink trap using a pipe wrench. You will probably be able to
unscrew the large threaded PVC plastic traps by hand. Empty the water
from the water trap and check for any clogs.
Find the stub out in
the wall and remove the horizontal trap arm from it. Deliver the cable
into the stub out until you feel resistance. Next, you will pull out 18
inches of cable and tighten the lock screw. In a clockwise motion, turn
the handle while pushing forward to drive the cable further into the
pipe.
Pull out another 18 inches of cable and go through the
process again until you can break through the blockage. If it seems that
the cable gets caught on something, retreat in a counterclockwise
motion and pull back on the cable auger. When the cable clears, you will
be able to repeat the process.
Recover the cable and replace the
trap arm and sink trap. You can now turn on the hot water to test if
the water drains properly. If it seems to still be clogged, debris from
the original clog may have settled into a loose blockage. In this case,
simply fill the sink partially with hot water, grab your plunger, and
loosen the residual blockage. You can follow it with more hot water.
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