Slow Sink or Tub Drain
Slow Sink Drains
Sink drains are generally slow due to build up at the pop-up drain. To clear a slow drain fill the sink with about 1″ of water. Use a paper towel to plug off the overflow opening near the sink rim. Place a plunger over the drain and in a force full motion press up and down on the plunger handle. Repeat the process a couple of times until the drain is clear.
Slow Tub drains
Remove the strainer at the outlet of the tub and check for build up of hair. If a plunger is required first remove the trip lever screws then take out the trip lever. Take a paper towel and plug off the opening. Fill the tub with about 1″ of water, with the plunger in one hand covering the drain and the other hand applying pressure to the overflow opening. Move the plunger up and down in a force full motion to clear the stoppage. Repeat these steps several times until the drain runs clear.
Submitted by:
JimPhaneuf
July 15,2010