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Top 7 Tools Every Homeowner Needs for Effective Drain Cleaning

Maintaining a clean and functional drain system is essential for every homeowner. Whether it’s a minor clog or a more stubborn blockage, the right tools can make all the difference in preventing plumbing issues and costly repairs. In this article, we’ll explore the top seven tools every homeowner should have on hand for effective drain cleaning. These tools not only ensure that your drains…

Top 7 Tools Every Homeowner Needs for Effective Drain Cleaning

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Ah, the joy of snaking a drain and seeing what type of prize you got from the devils claw machine. Was it a root? A giant hair ball? Maybe a small child... sad to say no, it was nothing but the joy of an unclogged drain!

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The drain snake doesn't reach far enough or can't get around the bends

You may not be using the right type of drain snake. Your local hardware or home improvement store may only carry one type of drain snake. However, there are several types of drain snakes, and it's important that you use the right snake for the job.

Toilet auger: A toilet auger is a special drain auger with a long rod and a short cord that won't scratch delicate porcelain surfaces. Do not use any other type of drill for toilets.

Small drum auger: For most normal clogs in kitchen or bathroom drains, drum augers are best, with the cord in a rotating container.

Extra-long drain auger: For clogs that are deeply embedded in the drain or sewer pipes, an extra-long auger that is 15 meters or longer is the only way to reach the clog.

The cable of the drain snake does not turn

If the cable won't turn, the problem is probably that you didn't tighten the drain auger's thumbscrew tightly enough.

From the drum part of the drain auger goes a cable, at the end of which is a metal corkscrew to hold the blockage. On the drum side there is a handle. You push the corkscrew into the drain and turn and turn. And then you keep turning for what feels like an eternity, but nothing happens.

The drain snake doesn't capture debris

This is because you are trying to remove a clog that can't be held and pulled up.

Clogs that respond best to the corkscrew end of the metal drain snake are clogs that can be easily pinched. Cooking grease and other soft substances will not be caught by the corkscrew, unless the impurities are also interspersed with hair.

In that case, you have no choice but to rent a drill or hire a plumber to do the job. However, don't give up too soon. If you are patient and don't force the auger cable through, it can work.

The drain snake is not bringing up debris

If you can't get debris out of the drain, it may be because you're using a dirty or otherwise clogged drain snake.

This is not true if you are using a new drain snake, as the end is probably clean. However, drain snakes that have been used before may still have the old clog in the corkscrew end. You will need to clean this end thoroughly for the snake to be effective.

The drain snake will not go into the tub or sink

This is a familiar condition. Even if you think you are doing the right thing, force the drain snake.

It's very difficult to force a drain snake cable through the sharp bends of a trap under a sink or tub. But many people try to do just that - force the cable directly into the drain opening, hoping to get through the trap and to the clog. Instead, disassemble the trap under the sink and then insert the drain snake into the horizontal drain.

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I Guess I’m a Plumber Now

The drain in our bathroom sink clogged. I put some drain-o in yesterday and it helped a little, but it was still really slow. Jen ordered a drain snake. It was just a little plastic thing you stick into the drain from the top and it’s supposed to help you yank out clogs. The only experience I had with snaking a drain was at my parents house in Tewksbury where we had to go into the bathroom tub…

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