Sinks can get blocked more easily than you may imagine. Now let’s say you have a blocked sink at home. What will you do?
It is not possible to stay alert or prepared to handle unpredictable sink blockages. At times it may seem exhausting to perform a lot of check ups and tests to figure out the source of blockage.
As a plumbing company we know how frustrating blocked sinks are. Worry not, we have got your back. You can fix your blocked sink with some of our smart hacks and items lying in your home. Here are 5 pro tips for you to fix a blocked sink in your home.
Start with the simplest one, just pour boiling water into the blocked sink. Often we face blockage issues due to some biodegradable debris stuck inside the sinkhole. Adding some boiling-hot water works like magic. It softens and melts the debris. Hence you get an unclogged drain at home in under 30 minutes.
Sometimes the blockage issue can be a bit more serious than the previous one. If boiling water does not work then you can try this one. First, wait till all the water is drained, this will take some time. Now pour half a cup or handful of baking soda on top of the drainage hole. You may put more if you feel the need. Now slowly add vinegar over the soda. The two will react and create a lot of bubbles immediately due to which some stubborn debris may melt away. Once the reaction subsides, wait for 20-30 more minutes before you wash it all with plain water. A lot of stubborn blockages get clear with this DIY cleaning hack.
Plungers are a great life-saving tool for kitchen sink drainage maintenance. Once both of the above hacks do not work then try this. Remember there are a few different types of plungers, get yourself one with a flat rubber area so that it fits nicely over the sinkhole. Now follow these steps,
This one is only for those who have a wet and dry vacuum lying at home or garage. The strong suction power of this tool can help you to fix a blocked sink in no time. It works like the plunger but it creates a stronger suction.
We all have some stiff wires lying around the house right? It’s time to use them to unclog the sink. If you do not have the wet & dry vacuum then use this wire to your rescue. Try inserting the wire in your blocked sink and keep on poking till the gunk and debris are loosened. Then pour some water till your sink is all clear and functioning normally.
A good DIY hack is loved by many of us. You may or may not need professional help every single time, to fix a blocked sink. It can be both easy and hard if you have the right tools and skills.
Sometimes the blockage may not go away even with the above-mentioned techniques. In such cases, you have to get help from professional plumbers.
Whether it is a plumbing emergency or routine maintenance, RDF Plumbing has the best plumbing experts in Rockingham. You can find more about all our plumbing services along with pricing on our website. Contact us today and say goodbye to your plumbing issue.
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