Clogged drains occur at the worst time, or so it seems. Your boss and her husband are coming to dinner, or you are hosting a party for twenty, and suddenly you have a sink that just won’t drain. When this is the case, you’ll first thought may be to call in a company specializing in Plumbing in Jacksonville FL. Before you do so, take a few simple steps to see if you can clear the drain yourself. You may find that, by taking these steps, you really don’t need a Plumber Jacksonville FL after all.
The first thing to try is a plunger, an essential of any company offering Plumbing Jacksonville FL services. Make sure the sink is partially filled with water and begin using the plunger. You’ll need to work the plunger several times with each attempt to try and clear the clog. If you have a double sink, one side must be stopped up, using a rag or other device, as this helps to send the pressure from the plunger to the clogged area.
If the plunger is unable to clear the drain, pull out a cable auger. To use the auger, you’ll need to remove the sink trap using your pipe wrench, unless it is made of PVC. If it is, you may be able to unscrew it by hand. Drain the water from the trap and then run clean water through it to clear the pipe. Next, you’ll need to remove the trap arm from the wall and begin using the auger. Feed this into the pipe until you begin to feel resistance, and then start working the auger to break down the clog.
Some find the drain remains clogged after using the auger. This is easy to fix, as it is usually nothing more than debris from the clog remaining in the pipe, although it has broken up. Fill the sink partway with water and use the plunger again. Oftentimes, this is all that is needed to fix the problem once and for all. If this doesn’t work, it’s time to call in the professionals. They’ll be more than happy to help you get your drain running smoothly once again.
