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Solving Kitchen Sink Problems |
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No matter if you are renting or buying your home, everyone ends
up with a clogged kitchen sink once in a while. Hiring a plumber
to take care of a job can be expensive. There are several
techniques you can use before you call in an expert.
It is wise to have some kind of drain cleaner on hand and to use
it regularly to clean your pipes. This will prevent a completely
clogged drain. Whether is a completely clogged drain or just a
partial clog, your first remedy should be a plunger. These are
easily found in several hardware stores and should be a part of
your household tools. A plunger uses suction and pressure to
loosen a clog. To make your job easier, coat the outer rim |
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with
petroleum jelly.
Start by placing the plunger over the drain, making sure the
bowl or sink is filled with some water. Vigorously work the
plunger up and down several times. When the clog has been
removed, water should rush out of the bowl or toilet.
As talked about, having a drain cleaner on hand can be very
useful. This should be your second course of action. Remove any
standing water from the basin. Be sure to follow all directions
on the cleaner bottle. Let the cleaner sit for several hours or
even overnight before rinsing it away. If the drain is still
clogged, flush the drain with very hot water and repeat.
If by chance the above methods fail, you can
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check the U-trap.
This is part of the pipe that is shaped like a "U" is located
under the sink. There will be a plug that you can unscrew with a
wrench. Be sure to have a bucket to catch excess water. Take a
piece of wire to scrub the inside of the trap, put new gaskets
on to maintain a watertight seal.
If none of these procedures work, call the plumber. You may have
a more severe problem that a plumber will be more capable of
handling.
About the author:
James Hunt has spent 15 years as a professional writer and
researcher covering stories that cover a whole spectrum of
interest. Read more at www.kitchen-sinks-ce
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