Clogged drains are
among a home plumbing system’s greatest problems. While you might
be tempted to call up your trusted Edmonton plumbers every time the
sink gurgles or drains slowly, here are some steps you can take to
remedy minor clogs before it’s too late:
Gear up
Start your plumbing
troubleshooting by getting the right equipment in the first place.
You’ll need a plunger, and in case the clog is more than a bit of
plunging can take care of, you might want to bring a drain snake or
hand auger, too. You’ll also need a wet cloth to cover the overflow
vent of your sink’s basin— only by covering the vents properly
can your plunger work efficiently.
Fill with Water
Now, you should fill
the sink with water, but not to the brim— rather, make sure that
there’s just enough water to completely cover the head of your
plunger (you can seal it further by coating the plunger’s lip with
petroleum jelly). Slide it over the opening and pump up and down
until the water pressure building up underneath manages to dislodge
the blockage.
Professional Help
If this process still
doesn’t work, you might want to take it as your first sign that
your drain will need professional work. In this case, be sure to hire
only reliable Edmonton or Stony Plain plumbers. These professionals
should be able to remedy most of your other plumbing problems as
well.
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