Do you have a clogged drain problem? If so, then it’s time to call in the professionals!
Dealing with a clogged drain is no easy task, and it can be quite frustrating. Luckily, with this handy guide from your friendly neighborhood plumber, there are a few simple steps to take if you want to avoid future plumbing problems. From how you use your garbage disposal to why steel pipes corrode over time, we cover all of the basics here.
When it comes to clogged drains, it’s essential to understand the difference between the two primary types of clogs: blockages and stoppages. The difference between the two is very simple: if your sink drains slowly or clogs up completely, it’s most likely a stoppage.
On the other hand, when your drain is slow, but it seems like there’s nothing blocking it up at all, it’s probably a blockage.
Fortunately, the majority of the time these blockages are easy to clear and prevent from recurring. You just need to know what’s causing them so you can fix the problem.
Why Is My Drain Clogged?
There are a number of different types of clogs that your drain might develop, and each one will require a different solution to fix it. Let’s go over some of the most common ones:
Clogs caused by a buildup of fats, oil and grease (FOG) – This is one of the most common reasons for a drain to become clogged. Taking out the dishwasher every day, using lots of oil in your cooking and always leaving greasy dishes on the counter will all contribute to clogging your drain. There are a few different techniques you can use to unclog the drain, but they all require you to completely clean it out first.
– This is one of the most common reasons for a drain to become clogged. Taking out the dishwasher every day, using lots of oil in your cooking and always leaving greasy dishes on the counter will all contribute to clogging your drain. There are a few different techniques you can use to unclog the drain, but they all require you to completely clean it out first. Clogs caused by an accumulation of toilet paper – Just like with the sink, it’s very simple for your toilet paper to build up and block your drain. To clean this type of clog you’ll need to manually remove the paper and use a tool like a toilet plunger to dislodge it.
– Just like with the sink, it’s very simple for your toilet paper to build up and block your drain. To clean this type of clog you’ll need to manually remove the paper and use a tool like a toilet plunger to dislodge it. Clogs caused by hair – If you have thick hair, you’ll definitely want to keep it short so that it doesn’t get caught up in your drain. If you really don’t want to use shaving cream or gel on a regular basis, there are some other solutions, like using a Plumber's Snake to remove the clog.
– If you have thick hair, you’ll definitely want to keep it short so that it doesn’t get caught up in your drain. If you really don’t want to use shaving cream or gel on a regular basis, there are some other solutions, like using a Plumber's help to remove the clog. Clogs caused by grease – If you are cooking with lots of oil and/or grease on a regular basis, then it could easily build up in your drain. This can block the water from being able to flow through it properly. Again, there are many different solutions to this problem, but cleaning out your drain is sometimes the best solution.
– If you are cooking with lots of oil and/or grease on a regular basis, then it could easily build up in your drain. This can block the water from being able to flow through it properly. Again, there are many different solutions to this problem, but cleaning out your drain is sometimes the best solution. Clogs caused by items that are too big to fit through the drain – If there is a large item that is too big to go through your drain, then it will have to be removed from your drain. Rather than removing the item, it’s better to get a plumber. Using a plumber will not only help you unclog your drain instantly, but it will also reduce the risk of serious injury or damage.
Conclusion: How to Unclog a Toilet
The most common way that clogs occur in toilets is when you flush so much toilet paper down the toilet that it gets stuck. This prevents the water from even getting into the drain, which can become plugged up. It’s important to flush just enough toilet paper down that it doesn’t build up and block your drain. If you use too much and it starts to block your drain, then pull out your plunger or use a snake to push unwanted items out of the drain.
Author Bio:- Laura Harnes
Laura is a marketing manager at All Star Plumbing & Restoration. With years of experience in the plumbing industry, she loves to create awareness about the causes, problems, and repair solutions of water damage and slab leak. She shares expert tips to lower utility bills and keep your AC, heater, and other appliances in optimum condition leading to longer lifespan.
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