Drain block
#1
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Drain block
We have two drain lines ... the one for kitchen, washer and wet bar blocks frequently since last 3-4 years. In last two years, it blocks within 2-3 days after we are back from our annual 3 week vacation. Don't know if it is coincidence
When it blocks , I can see black stinky mud like stuff in the wet bar.
since last 2 years I am calling professional.
Any idea what is going wrong and a permanent solution?
When it blocks , I can see black stinky mud like stuff in the wet bar.
since last 2 years I am calling professional.
Any idea what is going wrong and a permanent solution?
#2
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That is very little information to work with. You could have a clog somewhere is not being properly cleared/removed. Or, there is something physically wrong with your drain piping. Possibly there isn't enough slope/fall to drain properly.
Norm201
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#4
I agree with PD. You have a poor slope, and the water is not draining completely. If the piping can't be altered, I suggest you use a hose occasionally to flush the drain. Don't use ant drain cleaners. They will only cause more problems than fixes.
Are you able to locate the area or spot of the clog? If so, you can install a union at that point for easy access. Ask your plumber.
Are you able to locate the area or spot of the clog? If so, you can install a union at that point for easy access. Ask your plumber.
#5
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Video inspections can be very helpful... though I very rarely use them. You have to keep in mind that it's nothing more than an inspection so the cost is sunk, you still have to pay for any repair needed. In most cases a good plumber can figure out what's going on without the expense of video.
#7
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When the plumber has snaked, do they use a standard cable snake? Running hot water at the same time?
The kitchen sink tends to add grease and soap scum to the pipes. A snake can easily punch a hole through a grease clog, but often you end up with a 1/2" hole in the grease-filled pipe.
Is it older metal pipe? Or newer plastic? This actually might be a good use of the enzyme cleaners. They eat away at grease slowly - so don't work well for clogs, but slow blockages they can help.
The kitchen sink tends to add grease and soap scum to the pipes. A snake can easily punch a hole through a grease clog, but often you end up with a 1/2" hole in the grease-filled pipe.
Is it older metal pipe? Or newer plastic? This actually might be a good use of the enzyme cleaners. They eat away at grease slowly - so don't work well for clogs, but slow blockages they can help.
CasualJoe
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