Unclogging Tools, What are unclogging tools
Unclogging Tools speaks to what are unclogging tools, types of unclogging tools and why use unclogging tools.
The unclogging tools that should be chosen to unclog a fixture will depend on the nature of the clog and the type of fixture. A lot of the time you can unblock a stopped sink, toilet, or other fixture with a good quality plunger.
If water from a faucet runs slower than you think it should or water drains in a sluggish manner, it is probably time for some cleaning and unclogging. Any number of things, grease, hair, soap scum, naturally occurring sediment and even toys can impede the proper flow of water to and from a fixture.
Generally, only a few tools, simple procedures and a minimum amount of time are all you need to get things running smoothly once more. If a slow drain problem is limited to only one fixture, the remedy is probably close to that fixture. If several fixtures aren’t draining properly, look for problems up and down the drain line.
Always begin a cleaning or unclogging task with the simplest method first. Start by unclogging a drain line with a plunger. If that doesn’t work use an auger or dismantle and clean the trap. When all else fails it is time to bring in the heavy equipment, a sewer tape or rodding machine.
More stubborn blockages will require the use of one of several different kinds of augers. If the problem is caused by roots in the exterior drain line you can rent a rodding machine. It is suggested that it is simpler to hire a professional to do the work.
Types of Plungers
A trip to the hardware will offer you a dozen different plunger designs from throwaways to high quality. A good plunger must make a perfect seal in the bowl of the fixture you are trying to unclog. When you push down and pull up, the end needs to stay in full contact with the surface of the bowl. In addition, the plunger has to be large enough to move a lot of water.
The typical plunger has a soft end that makes a good seal, but they can only pull and push a small amount of water.
A specialty plunger has a flange that folds out which is adaptable to different drains. It’s large bulb makes a good seal and is able to move a significant amount of water.
Another specialty plunger has pleated ends and will move a massive amount of water, but their thin, hard plastic will not seal tightly against the surface of a drain.
Types of Augers
A toilet auger with its long coiled line, can often unclog a blocked toilet when a plunger won’t do the job.
A hand turned auger is operated by a revolving handle and is useful for clearing sinks and small diameter pipes.
A pistil grip cordless auger works just like a manual model, but a battery powered motor does the work.
Electric augers are equipped with a cutterhead made to slice through tree roots. It’s long line will reach exterior blockages.
Drain Cleaning Bladders
These bladders come in two sizes, the smaller diameter for drains up to 1.5 inches and the larger ones for drains in 2 to 4 inch sizes. The bladder atttaches to a hose, and when you turn thw water on, it expands, sealing the drain and sending a high pressure jet of water out from the front, which blows out the stoppage.
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