How to Unclog Kitchen Sink
Kitchen sinks seem to clog up when you need them the most. The clog can often be unclogged without the help of a professional plumber. Professional plumbers can often result in an expensive plumbing bill. This article will instruct you on how to unclog a kitchen sink.
How To Unclog Kitchen Sink
Remove any dishes from the sink. Place a towel and a bucket below the sink.
Loosen the connections on the trap with a pipe wrench. Anything in the sink will drain into the bucket.
Thoroughly clean out the inside of the trap with your finger or toothbrush. Place the trap to the side.
Insert a pipe snake into the pipe that is coming from the wall. Continue feeding the pipe snake until you cannot push the pipe snake any further.
Pull the pipe snake and turn the handle. Insert the pipe snake and turn the handle again. Repeat this process until the pipe is unclogged.
Replace the trap. Tighten the couplings and connections. Run hot water down the sink.