Posts Tagged ‘ clog ’

When forced to deal with a clogged toilet, calling the plumber may not be your first choice. If you want to tackle the problem yourself, there is no friend like the drain snake or plumber’s auger. The toilet drain snake has a covering to protect the porcelain finish of the toilet, and is the...
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Are you the designated first responder to plumbing emergencies in your home? If so, you probably know how horrible it can be to face a clogged toilet before you’ve even had your second cup of coffee. Fortunately for clog and overflow first responders, the clogged toilet can usually be cured with only a tool...
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Drain clogs happen, so it is a good thing to know how to unclog them. It is also good to know and practice good prevention methods. By being careful about what is and isn’t put down the drain, we can help insure that the clog never forms in the first place. Most drain clogs can...
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When faced with a clogged drain, most of us probably reach for the plunger first. That can be the right move, too. But in some situations it may not be enough. A sink or drain clog may need to be cleared by removing the drain cover, or even by removing the p-trap under the...
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Do you have a clogged drain in your home? Try these fixes before resorting to calling a professional. One: Are you sure the drain is the problem? Home drainage systems can have problems do to blockages in the vent pipes. Sometimes birds build nests in pipes or vent hoods, blocking the flow of air. That can...
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