Clogged showers are one of the most common and annoying plumbing problems out there. Anyone who has ever lived with a female has probably experienced this issue, because more often than not clogged drains are a result of hair. Hair combined with soap scum, that is. Though gross, this is fortunately a pretty easy dilemma to solve. You'll need:
- A screwdriver
- A drain stick
- A plunger
- A snake (possibly)
Begin by unscrewing your drain cover. Clean in and around the cover being sure to remove all hair and
debris. Set aside.
Insert the drain stick down into the drain and slowly pull is out in a circular motion, reaching all sides of the drain as you go. clean the drain stick and repeat.
Next use the plunger to clear out any bits of the clog that may remain. Place the plunger over the drain opening and turn on the faucet just so that water covers the lip of the plunger. Move the handle up and down rapidly to expel any debris that the drain stick may have left behind.
Run hot water down your drain for about a minute to see if the clog has cleared. If so, congratulations! If not, you will need to move on to the snake. Feed the end of the cable as far down the drain as you can. Once it won't go any farther, turn the handle on the snake clockwise to crank out the clog. Continue turning the handle as you pull the cable out.
We recommend using a drain stick on your shower drains and bathroom sink drains once a month to prevent clogs.
Still have questions? Stop by Baller Hardware and let our friendly and knowledgeable associates help you with every step of the process.
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