How To Prevent Clogged Drains

Tips That Can Be Useful Before Calling A Plumber

1. 1. You may remove the hair or waste products that collect on the drain stopper. Just clean it and reassemble it.
   2. A plunger bell can seal the edges of the drain. Pushing it in and then pulling it out can let the clogged water go down the pipe.
   3. You may use a plumbing snake or an auger if the plunger bell cannot resolve the issue. The snake has a corkscrew tip that holds all the hair and other items causing a blockage, and you can easily pull them out.  
   4. The P-trap drainpipe used in the kitchen sinks and bathrooms is something you can easily take apart to check for blocks. You can easily insert the plumbing snake in this U-shaped pipe. Collect all the debris in a bucket and throw it away in the trash. 
   5. For a clog in the bathtubs, you need to remove the stopper and overflow plate from the tub drain. Seal the overflow plate using a sponge or plastic. Then, either plunge or insert the snake to clear the clog.
   6. The shower clogs can be corrected using a straightened wire coat hanger to grab hair clogs. If plunging is not working, then you may use a snake. Pouring baking soda followed by a cup of vinegar also helps to remove the clog, and you may even try pouring hot water down the drain. 

Conclusion

It is essential to keep the drains clean. Remove the pop-up stopper and remove the debris before you reinsert the plug. You must flush the drains with hot water after each shower. Deep cleaning of the tub drain is something you should do once a month. Bacterial drain cleaners are biodegradable and do not damage the pipes; they can also help prevent clogs. It is essential to carry out regular cleaning and maintenance to have properly flowing drains.