How to Fix a Slow Draining or Clogged Bathroom Sink

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 31 ก.ค. 2021
  • Very often, during our home inspections, we find slow draining or clogged sinks; especially in the bathrooms. Under the sink, the drain has a loop at the bottom called a P-Trap that often get filled up with debris that prevents the water from draining out. In this video, we will show how to clean the trap and unclog your sink. In most cases, no tools are required.

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  • @Outlawscomin
    @Outlawscomin ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Dude! The bathroom sink in my apartment has been clogged for about two months, and after getting tired of waiting for the building handyman to get to it, I decided to call a plumber for the job. But then I ran into your video first and set my mind to giving it a go myself. I did everything you did only I also removed the small section of pipe behind the P-trap because it needed cleaning as well. Just for good measure I used a small-job hand powered snake and went about six feet in. Then I put everything back together and PRESTO! No clog! All I can say is THANKS, MAN! You saved me some money and I got my bathroom sink back! 👍👍👍

    • @InspectCanada
      @InspectCanada  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      So happy to hear this, thank you.

  • @jessicaadkins8650
    @jessicaadkins8650 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Great tutorial!!! I will check all my traps in my newly purchased home and feel confident doing so!😊

  • @clairechin2850
    @clairechin2850 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I now know why the pipe is S shaped. There was a purpose. Very informative 👏 👏👏 Thank you for for video. The debris is. Yukk!!!

  • @sanguogo2269
    @sanguogo2269 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Excellent demo! Thank you!

  • @lolaecht176
    @lolaecht176 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Excellent DIY video, thank you for sharing! I like it because some was fast forward! 👍👍

  • @leasongunicorngirma6431
    @leasongunicorngirma6431 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You're an amazing instructor!

  • @tj6454
    @tj6454 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was a very informative video. Thank you!

  • @wandachissem-uche4257
    @wandachissem-uche4257 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You are amazing. I tried your hack today and pulled out all that gunk of hair. Thank you

    • @InspectCanada
      @InspectCanada  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Makes me very happy to read your feedback, that you for watching our videos.

  • @Swampytheroot
    @Swampytheroot 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good presentation; thank you!

  • @davidyellen5744
    @davidyellen5744 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very helpful tutorial. Got er’ flowing again. Thank you my friend!

    • @modeler4
      @modeler4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      make sure to check the stopper mechanism, debris will collect around that, unscrew the nut, pull out the stopper rod, pull out the stopper, and see what you find.

  • @forthefunofit5487
    @forthefunofit5487 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Very good! Thanks for the videos that really help!

  • @patribtr
    @patribtr ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for sharing your expertise. i will do this now .

  • @patriciareigler1710
    @patriciareigler1710 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the help!!

  • @dinkydoo112
    @dinkydoo112 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you ! Fantastic video so helpful 😀

  • @marciabryce1379
    @marciabryce1379 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you very I got the s trap off cleaned it but proving difficult to get back to its position.

  • @NMcCauley
    @NMcCauley 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My P trap is clear and my pipes are unclogged, yet im having issues draining after laundry cycle… the water backs up and very slowly goes down… how do i speed this up ?

  • @Taconera22
    @Taconera22 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You are such a good teacher. I managed to get the drain to work but I cant get the metal plug to come out. What now just in case there is still gunk stuck in there.
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    • @InspectCanada
      @InspectCanada  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much, you are so kind.

  • @etherealjutsu4285
    @etherealjutsu4285 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very informative, thank you! I tried this today everything was clean and clear. I pulled out all of the gunk and hair but it’s still clogged once I put the pea trap back on. I do have another bathroom sink on the other side of the wall and now when that sink is in use the water fills up the first sink I was working on! Do I need to clean out the other sink too? They’re both connected I think.

    • @InspectCanada
      @InspectCanada  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi looks like it might be clogged down the line. You may need to contact a plumber to unclog the drain unless you have drain auger. You can get one for cheap at any home hardware store.

  • @stephancobb13
    @stephancobb13 หลายเดือนก่อน

    im having the same problem. i did the same thing except that i disconnected the plastic pipe that goes into the wall and there was nasty black gunk in the metal pipe thats in the wall. i tried cleaning it out as best i can, but when i put everything back together the water started backing up after about a minute or so. Any advice, need a lil help

  • @hourlay9556
    @hourlay9556 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    *Perfect size!!!*

  • @Bobsmith-bd9wz
    @Bobsmith-bd9wz ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video!

  • @Shopmyst
    @Shopmyst 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I did everything you did in your video. I also used baking soda and white vinegar. Alot of gunk came out and I was sure I had corrected the problem. However, the bathroom sink still drains slowly. What else can I do without calling a plumber?

    • @InspectCanada
      @InspectCanada  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hi Jim, sorry for the late reply. There could be many other reasons why your sink is slow draining. It may be clogged down the line. Please consider hiring a plumber. Thanks for watching our videos.

  • @temiloluwaolanrewaju8952
    @temiloluwaolanrewaju8952 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hiii...the bathroom sink is my house is clogged and after watching your video i tried to fix it but i couldnt unscrew the stopper....what do you think i should do?

  • @octaviastringer45
    @octaviastringer45 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi I need help with my kitchen sink

  • @johnszczerba9979
    @johnszczerba9979 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What I don't understand is why I gotta do this every 4-6 months. The pipe keeps getting clogged up with nasty looking stuff

    • @InspectCanada
      @InspectCanada  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You can buy little filter that goes on the sink drain. Easy to clean once in a while and should keep your trap clean.

  • @phillipayoung10
    @phillipayoung10 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Did all of that and the water still not draining properly.

    • @InspectCanada
      @InspectCanada  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Then it is likely clogged deeper in the system. Probably best to get a plumber to check it out or buy yourself an auger and do it yourself. Best of luck