Bathroom Sink Is Not Draining

Bathroom Sink Is Not Draining?

A clogged bathroom sink is a common plumbing problem that can be frustrating and inconvenient. If your bathroom sink is not draining properly, there are a few things you can do to try and fix the problem yourself before calling a plumber.

First, check to see if the drain is clogged with hair or soap scum. You can remove hair and soap scum by using a drain snake or a pair of pliers. If the drain is not clogged with hair or soap scum, you may need to use a chemical drain cleaner. Follow the directions on the drain cleaner carefully. Be sure to wear gloves and eye protection when using a chemical drain cleaner. If the chemical drain cleaner does not work, you may need to call a plumber.

Here are some tips for preventing your bathroom sink from clogging:

Use a drain strainer to catch hair and soap scum.

Clean your bathroom sink regularly with a mild soap and water solution.

Avoid pouring grease or oil down the drain.

Use a garbage disposal to dispose of food scraps.

If you have tried all of the above and your bathroom sink is still not draining, you may need to call a plumber. A plumber can diagnose the problem and recommend the best solution.

Causes of a Clogged Bathroom Sink

There are many things that can cause a bathroom sink to clog. Some of the most common causes include:

Hair

Soap scum

Grease

Food scraps

Mineral deposits

Foreign objects

If you know what is causing the clog, you may be able to fix the problem yourself. However, if you are not sure what is causing the clog, it is best to call a plumber.

How to Unclog a Bathroom Sink

There are a few different ways to unclog a bathroom sink. The best method will depend on the cause of the clog.

If the clog is caused by hair or soap scum, you can try using a drain snake or a pair of pliers to remove the clog. To use a drain snake, insert the snake into the drain and turn the handle to feed the snake into the drain. Once the snake reaches the clog, you can pull the snake back out to remove the clog. To use pliers, insert the pliers into the drain and open the pliers to grab the clog. Once you have grabbed the clog, pull the pliers back out to remove the clog.

If the clog is caused by grease or oil, you can try using a chemical drain cleaner. Follow the directions on the drain cleaner carefully. Be sure to wear gloves and eye protection when using a chemical drain cleaner.

If the clog is caused by food scraps, you can try using a garbage disposal. To use a garbage disposal, turn on the water and then turn on the disposal. Drop the food scraps into the disposal and let the disposal run until the food scraps are ground up.

If the clog is caused by mineral deposits, you can try using a vinegar and baking soda solution. To make a vinegar and baking soda solution, mix equal parts vinegar and baking soda in a bowl. Pour the solution down the drain and let it sit for 15 minutes. Then, flush the drain with hot water.

If the clog is caused by a foreign object, you may need to call a plumber to remove the object.