When it comes to cleaning blocked drains, many people don´t know what they can do on their own before calling a professional.

Sometimes the drain isn´t blocked completely, and you can potentially solve the issue yourself. Clearning blocked drains

There are many drain cleaning methods. We’ve listed some below. Choose the one that is suitable for your problem.

It’s important to remember that if you have a major issue, such as an overflowing toilet or blocked drainage system, that you should always call a drain professional. This ensures the health and well being of your family is protected.

DIY Options for Cleaning Blocked Drains

Number 1: Remove the drain cover and clean the surface of the drain. Many drains that become clogged will accumulate a block directly under the cover. Things like hair and covers with screws are a potent combination for clogs. Close the cover when you´re finished and make sure all seals fit properly.

Number 2: Some drains have tub stoppers pre-installed. Remove the stopper. Open the drain, clear out any blockages that you can see and close it again. Clean the stopper regularly to avoid this happening again.

Number 3: Use a coat hanger to clear hair clogs from your sink. Straighten the coat hanger out, and then make a hook in the end. You can clean deep clogs in this way. Make sure you don´t push it down though. As this can clog your drain more than it already is.

Number 4: Use a “Drain Claw.” It can be very helpful in cases of hair caused clogs. Simply insert it and work you way around the drain opening. A good drain claw has 100 interlocking hooks, making it easy to get hair out of drains.

Number 5: Make your own DIY hair claw. This solution can become handy when you don´t have tools available. Use plastic tape. Cut a length about 30 inches long and cut tentacles in the end. Use the stickiness of the tape to help life dry hair out of the drain.

Number 6: Use hot water. Okay, admittedly this might seem like a no-brainer. But when your drain is not completely blocked, it can work wonders. We do not recommend using boiling water. It may melt or liquefy any sealants, wax or rubber gaskets used for plumbing fittings or connections. It’s your choice and may depend on the age or strength of your bathroom fittings. If you’re unsure, contact a qualified drain professional to avoid damaging your drain further.

Number 7: Try baking soda with vinegar or lemon juice. Pour it down your sink to clear minor blockages, followed with warm water to rinse.

Number 8: You can purchase inexpensive plumbing snakes in any hardware store. There are manual and electric ones. Plumbing snakes are steeled cables with a spring on the end and a crank on the other. Many drain professionals have the most success with plumbing snakes.

Number 9: Use a plunger. A plunger can be much more effective when you seal any overflowing holes. These holes are often located directly under the stop lever. Seal the holes with a wet cloth. This creates a vacuum. Now fill the sink with water and ‘plunge’ about 10 times until you’ve cleared the pipes. If this doesn’t work, then there is a more serious issue, contact your drain professional for a quick solution..

Number 10: Call a professional drain cleaner. If you have problems solving your drain problems, always call a professional. Problems with your pipes can occur in all areas of your house and some of them are difficult to get to. Don’t take a risk if you’re not sure what you’re doing.

Drain Cleaning Gold Coast are drain professionals with over 10 years of experience clearing blocked drains. Contact us today for a free quote.