Assess Clog and Remove Drain Cover

What happens here

The video starts by showing a shower drain that is slow, causing water to pool during showering. The first step in addressing such a clog is to assess the severity. For a toilet, this would involve checking the bowl's water level and flush performance. In this shower drain scenario, a flat-head screwdriver is used to gently pry the drain cover from its seating, exposing the drain opening beneath. For toilet trap clearing, visible obstructions might be present in the bowl itself.

Goal: Begin by observing the drain's performance, noting if water is backing up. Then, use a screwdriver to carefully pry off the drain cover, gaining access to the drain opening.