Your plumbing system is a network of interconnected pipes, valves, valve fittings, and other hardware. This system serves as a way for sanitary water to flow into your home for daily uses such as cleaning, eating, and bathing. Fats and grease can cool and harden along the pipe’s walls. These deposits can trap hair and foreign objects as they travel through the drain. This accumulation can cause a blockage that prevents the outflow of wastewater and its contents. If this is not fixed, stagnant water can be a breeding ground for bacteria. Learn how to perform minor repairs for your kitchen’s plumbing in Columbia Maryland.
To unclog your drain, boil about a gallon of water. Remove as much of the water in the sink as you can. Pour the boiling water down the drain. Add about 1/2 cup baking soda to the boiled water. Mix 1 cup of vinegar and 1 cup of hot water in a cup. Pour this mixture into the drain opening. Place the drain cover over the drain opening. Wait approximately 15 to 20 minutes. This blend of substances with water should create a fizzing reaction. These bubbles will release gas that should cause the obstruction to dislodge. Repeat this step once more to get rid of the entire clog. When this does not work, try another method.
Use a plunger to unclog a blocked kitchen drain. Cover the overflow vent with a wet towel. Ensure that there is plenty of water to cover the head of the plunger. Apply a generous amount of petroleum jelly to the underside of the lips on the plunger. Press the plunger onto the side of the sink above the waterline. Slowly slide the plunger over the drain opening. Grasp the plunger’s stick with both hands. In successive rapid movements, move the plunger up and down. This striking motion should build up the force necessary to remove the clog. If unsuccessful, try another repair method.
The Plumbing in Columbia Maryland in your kitchen should be free of blockages in the drain. If you do have one, use the above-mentioned tips to try to unclog the drain. If you have questions about plumbing services, please talk to a plumber at Joseph Heil Company Inc. This company can handle many plumbing services including general plumbing repairs and fixture repairs.
