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Disconnect the P-trap

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Quick Tip For Clearing Back to Back Sink Drains #diy #plumbing #helpingothers @RIDGID_Tools

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What happens here

To gain direct access to the main drain line and allow the auger to operate effectively, carefully disconnect the P-trap. The video shows unscrewing the slip nuts by hand, which is often possible. If they are too tight, an adjustable wrench or pliers may be needed. As the P-trap is removed, any standing water and accumulated sludge will drain into the prepared bucket, revealing the clogged state of the pipe.

Goal: Gain direct access to the drain line.

Tools and materials

  • Adjustable Wrench — Loosening stubborn P-trap nuts
  • Bucket or Tray — Catching water and debris

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I'm gonna show you exactly how we're gonna make this happen. A little bit of a drain clear in the sink. So we're gonna go ahead and just get some gloves on. This definitely is a part of the slow drain right here. This is the rigid power spin plus. You can either hook this up onto a drill or you can hook a handle up to this.

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