A clogged drain is a common problem in the house. It can be caused by many things, such as hair, food, or even toys. If you want to fix this problem yourself, you will need the following tools: plunger, pliers and a bucket.
First of all, place the plunger over the drain and then push it down to create suction. This will make it easier for you to unclog it. You can also use pliers to grab any hair that's sticking out of the pipe so that you can pull them out easily.
Next, you can use the bucket to fill it with boiling water. This will loosen anything that is clogging the drain and give you a better chance of removing them.
Then use your plunger or pliers to remove any hair from the drain. With these tools, you will be able to unclog your own clogged drain and save yourself some money from going out to get a professional company to do it for you!
If the clog is still there you should try a manual auger before calling up a plumber.
An auger is a plumbing device that is used to clear drains and other pipes. It is a long, flexible tube with a spiral blade on the end that rotates as it's pushed down the drain. The auger can be used to clear clogs and remove blockages in pipes.
There are several different types of augers based on the job.
- Hand Spin Drain Cleaners: known as drain snakes, they are small and retractable into a drum housing. Good for stubborn blocks in sinks, tubs and shower trains.
- Manual Augers: larger flexible cable sometimes with a pole and turning hand. Usually needs two people to operate. Good for stubborn toilet clogs and bigger pipe clogs that are deep in the system.
- Drain Cleaning Machine: a large engine powered auger best operated by a professional plumber.
The auger can be pushed down one pipe, or it can be threaded through another pipe and out of the other end. The rotating blade then cuts into the clog or blockage, which allows water to pass through again.
An auger can be used in two ways:
- If you need to clear a clog, insert the auger into the pipe or drain with the blade end first and twist until the clog has been removed.
- If you need to install a new pipe or line, place the auger over an open trench and push it through until it meets resistance.
Make sure to check out our marketplace for Augers you can rent to get the job done and save a few bucks.
