Thursday 14 March 2013

What to do When the Kitchen Sink Stops Draining

By Sharron Job


It is upsetting to unplug the kitchen sink drain and see only standing water.A common kitchen plunger is an inexpensive tool to own and is simple to use in those situations. It requires placing the rim of the plunger securely over the drain and pushing the handle up and down.

If you have a pair of safety glasses, put them on to avoid getting water or other residue in your eyes. It is easier to move the water if the water level in the sink is at least 4 inches of water deep. Bring the water up to that level if it is less. The blockage clears and moves from the pipes with the driving force of plunging water. Running hot water for a few minutes after the blockage clears helps clean residue which may congeal once more.

Reduce the build up of grease and oil in the drain by wiping grease from pans with a paper towel before washing.The makeup of oil and fat allows those globules to adhere to pipes and collect more residue rather than continuing down the drain.A plumbing snake is more useful for unblocking severely plugged drains than a plunger. Its auger quality makes this DIY plumbing tool a valuable instrument for cleaning pipe walls and blockages. Its snaking power is effective for clearing some of the slugs that interfere with draining.

Another hint is to remove the trap that is located under the sink and give it a thorough cleaning. Place a large towel over the beautiful golden colors of your slate impression kitchen floor. A protective cover eliminates a great deal of the cleanup required after repair of a plumbing problem.

With the different things that can create a drainage problem, more than a plunger might be needed.Calling a reliable plumbing service to come fix the situation is the next solution.Unlike the handheld everyday snake, this one reaches 200 feet into the lines. A high-powered snake works through the problem quickly.It takes strength and skill to control the snake and feed it into the drain properly. Avoid injury to yourself and others by letting an experienced professional work in this type of machine.

Blocked lines leading to the sewer are easier to clear when a power-driven metal snake is fed into them. Sometimes roots break through the pipes running into the street and create a barrier to water flowing in. The amazing force used to clear drainage barriers quickly handles the situation.

High pressure cleaners are excellent methods used by plumbers for clearing larger blocked pipes. A concentrated amount of water is sent directly towards the problem area.Small items piled against roots are among the items shredded by fierce spray.Additional matter interfering with drainage is broken up and carried away. An intense flow of water is delivered through the pipes to follow up cleaning residue lingering from the original clog. Plumbing emergencies are usually resolved more quickly and efficiently by qualified professional plumbers.




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