Unclogging Your Bathroom Sink On Your Own
Bathroom sinks have clogged sinks regularly. This is particularly due to the amount of hair that goes down it. In a few simple steps you will be able to unclog your bathroom since and get it working again.
Plungers can do a good job with fixing minor clog problems. Plungers are a good place to start, since it won’t require you to take your sink apart. Simply add some water to the basin of the sink, and plunge.
The best plunger to use on a sink is a force cup plunger. Plunge the sink at least four or five times before checking to see if the sink bowl has drained. If that solves the problem, run hot water from the faucet for a few minutes to be sure the problem is fixed.
If using a plunger doesn’t work, you should dismantle the sink trap. You will want to take out the p-trap of the sink. The p-trap is the part where the pipe dips low and curves.
When you find the p-trap, use a pipe wrench to take it apart. The easiest way is to unscrew the nuts on the sides. Be sure to have a bucket handy to catch all the grime that will come out.
Once the p-trap is dismantled you need to clean it out. The p-trap will more than likely be filled with grime that has been sitting there. Clean the inside of the trap with a cleaning brush, and be sure all the large pieces of filth are pushed out.
If you reattach the trap and the problem is not solved, the clog is likely further down the piping. You should use a snake, then, to unclog the sink. Use a sink snake or a drill snake that are less than 25 feet.
When snaking a sink wear protective gloves. Run the snake downwards, and move it through the pipeline more than once to be sure the clog has been dislodged. If you have reassembled the p-trap and the sink is still not working, you can repeat the process or call a professional to check it out.
It’s important to have a trustworthy plumber to take care of your plumbing needs and air conditioning, and heating