Snake the Main Drain Line
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Fixing A Leaky Bathroom Sink Drain: Easy Diy Tips For Poor Design And Clog
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With the P-trap and pop-up assembly removed, insert the head of a powered drain snake (like the Ryobi Power Spin Plus shown) into the wall drain line. Connect the other end of the snake to a drill (e.g., Ryobi drill) and operate it to feed the cable into the drain. As the snake encounters resistance, allow it to 'grind' on the clog, then retract it slowly. The video shows a significant amount of hair and debris being pulled out, confirming a main line clog. It is recommended to pull the snake back carefully rather than reversing to ensure debris is brought out.
Goal: A powered drain snake is used to clear any remaining obstructions in the main drain line by inserting it into the wall drain and operating the drill to push it through.
Tools and materials
- Leather Gloves
- Paper Towels
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