How To Unclog A Bathroom Sink Drain

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  • @EverydayHomeRepairs
    @EverydayHomeRepairs  17 днів тому

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  • @epena2805
    @epena2805 14 днів тому

    Excellent video! My late husband was the fix-it man and now I am having to learn how to do much of what he had been doing for years. Videos like yours have really helped with the learning curve and have saved me the trouble and cost of finding a plumber. Thank you for posting.

  • @kathyhawleyrocks
    @kathyhawleyrocks 2 роки тому +7

    Wow! Unscrewed the plunger ezpz... full of gunk... cleaned that... drains xlnt
    ! This is day 2 of trying to clear the drain and after your vid, it only took a couple minutes. You saved me a plumber's call. Thanks!

  • @kimberlyreid2291
    @kimberlyreid2291 Рік тому +10

    I'm so grateful for videos like this I put in a maintenance request almost a month ago for my clogged bathroom sink but they never came . I'm so glad I was able to do this myself and the clog was a nice wad of hair mostly and it was where the plug is #1 I went ahead and took the p-trap off anyway because I needed to clean the drain out. Thank you for creating this video. If I can do this anyone can!

  • @kirkdavis8301
    @kirkdavis8301 Рік тому +4

    Step 2 worked perfectly. A half filled bathroom sink drained in 20 seconds originally and drained in 4 seconds after applying Step 2. Thanks.

  • @peilin4796
    @peilin4796 Рік тому +3

    Thanks! On Sunday morning I followed this video and successfully unclog the bathroom sink - my wife looked very happy!

  • @carp9132
    @carp9132 2 роки тому +16

    thank you, because of this video I was able to help unclog my mom's sink : )

  • @benberkebile2773
    @benberkebile2773 2 роки тому +10

    Hey man thanks for this video, I got my sink cleaned up in a jiffy. One tip for anyone looking to do this, if you have the style of drain plug that you need to undo from under before you can take it out, I'd recommend that you leave a bucket underneath your sink while doing it to keep any looseness from letting water fall down.

  • @hoomankhabiri5775
    @hoomankhabiri5775 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks!

  • @StevietheTV4569
    @StevietheTV4569 2 роки тому +8

    The zip-tie trick was genius. Worked perfectly for fixing my issues. Thank you!

  • @johnmeiners3471
    @johnmeiners3471 2 роки тому +3

    I found the clog in the drain in the drain stopper mechanism. I unscrewed the top and got access to the clog. The lav drains water very well now. Thanks much!

  • @blacksheep6941
    @blacksheep6941 2 роки тому +9

    Thank you so much for sharing this information! You saved me alot of time, energy, and money as I was just going to auger the whole drain pipe but all I needed to do was to clean out the sink drain! Keep up the great content!

  • @Toyotajunkie
    @Toyotajunkie 3 роки тому +15

    Always #2. But that means the stopper screen is doing it's job. Ever since I started using that style I have not had to remove a p trap. If I am installing new faucets, the p trap gets replaced, and a good push to close/open stopper (usually included with the faucet kits, for those who don't know).
    Thanks for your time and posting great information!

  • @Baskerville22
    @Baskerville22 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks. My bathroom sink has a push-'plug' and a plunger wasn't effective in unblocking the very slow drain. I came upon this video by chance....and I fixed the problem in 5 minutes. I couldn't get the inner bit out (my Allen key was too small) but I could remove a lot of hair & gunk around & below it. Saved possibly A100 in plumber's fees .

  • @jacey714
    @jacey714 2 місяці тому

    I'm the most unhandy guy in the world and I think I can fix my drain after watching this video~ Thank you!

  • @luismelianilo8995
    @luismelianilo8995 Рік тому +3

    wow this is the best & simple explanation I've seen on UA-cam so far. Thank you!

  • @ahmadkhalifa5743
    @ahmadkhalifa5743 5 місяців тому

    props to this gentleman, it works for me number 2, give it a shot, u won't be disappointed

  • @PatriotCoder
    @PatriotCoder 3 роки тому +18

    You are SO good at teaching!

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  3 роки тому +1

      Thx!

    • @nathanielaranda8407
      @nathanielaranda8407 2 роки тому

      He really is 🙂

    • @soldier7439
      @soldier7439 Рік тому

      Love your videos! Any chance you could add a segment about the tailpipe? I did not clean that out and it turned out to be the (embarrassing!) problem…

  • @banksiasong
    @banksiasong 2 роки тому +2

    This is the best help video.

  • @tiffanyprice4237
    @tiffanyprice4237 2 роки тому +15

    Wow! Thanks very much! I was trying to unclog a simple push-plug sink (without the little lift-rod thingy at the top) and this is the best 'how-to' online by far. So well-explained and easy to listen to/follow... even for me (I have no plumbing experience whatsoever!) Much appreciation! 🙂

  • @AspergianGeoCacher
    @AspergianGeoCacher Рік тому +2

    I found this most helpful. Thank you.

  • @alexfoxx3376
    @alexfoxx3376 2 роки тому

    Ewww, gross. I was so lucky that the second step cured the problem. Thank you for explaining all this so well. I’d been living with a slow-draining bathroom sink for weeks. So glad I found your video!

  • @kevinhayes9750
    @kevinhayes9750 3 роки тому +9

    Thanks Scott. My last problem was worse. I did the three steps, no success. I then removed the gooseneck again, note auger did not work, so I used Turkey baster several days to drop vinegar and baking soda. Still no success. I then used Turkey baster to carefully put drain cleaner down wall pipe. Since I wanted to protect pipes, I swiftly put sink back together and flushed with water. It worked. Note, drain cleaner melted the top of my Turkey baster. Need to be careful with your hands to keep drain cleaner off.

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  3 роки тому +1

      Nice, thanks for the feedback and running through the process which broke yours loose 👍

  • @glennjr15
    @glennjr15 6 місяців тому

    Thank you sir! Initially, I was getting ready to call the plumber, but after your video, I still ended up calling the plumber... Just kidding!! 😂.
    Clog was just grime in the upper tube. Cleared it out with a large (18") bolt and ran hot water down the drain and "Voila," all clear!!! 😊.
    Went from 49 seconds to drain a 2 gallon bucket -> to 18 seconds!
    Thanks again!!!

  • @Brenda-Burd
    @Brenda-Burd Рік тому +1

    Tomorrow i will try the hot water method, i did try the plunger, it help a little

  • @kaisykaisy
    @kaisykaisy 3 роки тому +2

    Good evening all, and thank you very much for this educational video. We love to see your products all the time.
    Best regards

  • @kersi-sandiego6036
    @kersi-sandiego6036 3 роки тому

    Mostly, 90%, #2. Excellent video that sticks to the point and VERY well spoken. Thanks Scott.

  • @shamiahjobson5593
    @shamiahjobson5593 4 місяці тому

    Thank you so much. Step 2 worked wonders for me and saved me some money. Your videos are awesome

  • @KrisStanton-k5l
    @KrisStanton-k5l 7 місяців тому

    Thanks for this video. I don’t have to ask my husband to do it anymore! I appreciate your time! Peace!

  • @Lifeafter50SF
    @Lifeafter50SF Рік тому

    Thank you for the video. I cleared my drain right up removing and cleaning the pop in stopper and cleaning it.

  • @howtofixitworkshop
    @howtofixitworkshop 3 роки тому +11

    Great tips! I keep a Zip-It handy around the house for bathtub clogs where hair gathers, but I've also had a lot of success with a plunger for bathroom sinks. Typically the soap scum and slime gathers on the sides and at the bottom of the P trap. Using a plunger and a full sink of warm water will loosen and flush that junk down the drain in no time.

  • @snoopdog6793
    @snoopdog6793 3 роки тому +3

    Love your videos. Like how you go in detail on your repairs

  • @roadshowautosports
    @roadshowautosports 2 роки тому +3

    I’m with Jonathan on the p trap replacement!!!! Screw that cleaning the gross old p trap!!! Lol not for me, but a new one! Great video on the cartridge cleaning and numerous tips! You’re more of a man than I when it comes to the gross steps!
    Thank you as always!

    • @plushypuppy2024
      @plushypuppy2024 Рік тому

      why throw plastic away unecessarily like that?...we should be making as much use of it as possible instead of throwing everything out there to end up in the oceans etc...if it's not cracked, worn or leaking just take a few moments of your time to clean it out...I use disinfectant and a bottle brush...job done.

    • @Adhgnis
      @Adhgnis Рік тому

      @@plushypuppy2024mine is made of stupid metal 😢

  • @miketrigiani9743
    @miketrigiani9743 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much. Just cleaned my two pop up drains and total success. Yay.

  • @benitagarnett
    @benitagarnett 11 місяців тому

    Thank you for this video. I have a popup drain and it was #3 for me. I was able to fix with the help of your video.

  • @johnmeiners3471
    @johnmeiners3471 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you very much; you showed me how to disassemble the drain stopper to get to the clog below it to the source of the clog. ( I have not tried this yet.)

  • @DeanaLongden
    @DeanaLongden Рік тому

    Thanks for the help! Glad I didn’t have to ask my husband to help!!!

  • @simonepyle3931
    @simonepyle3931 3 роки тому

    I have the type u shown second but I didn’t know how to take it out under the sink. Thank u sir for ur information. Especially to us widows.

  • @cindykim3193
    @cindykim3193 Рік тому

    This worked perfectly. Thank you so much!!! I’ve tried so many other things and nothing worked!

  • @amandajohnson7412
    @amandajohnson7412 2 роки тому +3

    Almost 10 mins to drain a half gallon of water to 18 seconds! Thanks a bunch!

  • @Sdeezy18
    @Sdeezy18 3 місяці тому

    This worked like a charm!!! Thank you so much!

  • @larrywoods658
    @larrywoods658 Рік тому +1

    Great video. Very helpful.

  • @bartcusumano5963
    @bartcusumano5963 3 роки тому +1

    Great video - thanks for posting it. You saved me a bit of money and time by checking the stopper first. Sure enough, that was the problem and luckily it all came out in one gross mass! As usual, UA-cam comes to the rescue!

  • @blakebogard3534
    @blakebogard3534 Рік тому

    Awesome video. P trap was my issue, solved in 15 min. Skipped step 1 with hot water bc sink wouldn’t even slowly drain.

  • @shannonspillman-wt8hk
    @shannonspillman-wt8hk Рік тому

    Thank u so much this is the best video so helpful I unclogged my sink myself u got straight to the point

  • @rachaelallen404
    @rachaelallen404 2 роки тому

    Thank you very much. Because you showed me this, I was able to unclog my bathroom sink. I am so excited! Score one for Mom!!!

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  2 роки тому

      Go mom 🙌

    • @PraveenSrJ01
      @PraveenSrJ01 Рік тому

      I need my dad’s permission before I’m allowed to work on stuff in the house other than my own bedroom

  • @nashr5519
    @nashr5519 Рік тому

    Great video. Smart with the zip tie. I love it❤

  • @christinemyu_
    @christinemyu_ Рік тому +1

    big help! big thanks! 🎉

  • @AK.__
    @AK.__ 15 годин тому

    Using these steps the 99% of blockages being removed (bathroom). Thank you much. Usually it mix of hair and residues from soap or toothpaste. Step #2 is mostly "direct hit", cause this actually system's weak spot, since by itself it already reduces the space for water stream plus all that stuck to it. Baking Soda plus Vinegar plus Rinse with Hot Water may replace the Step #1 as quick and very temporary solution.

  • @donaldlee6760
    @donaldlee6760 3 роки тому +34

    The first time I cleared a sink clog it was a several year old hair clump. I screamed so loud my wife came running in to see what the deals was.

    • @paolorossi8470
      @paolorossi8470 Рік тому

      How could you assess if it was several year old hair clump? 🧐

    • @studleyjb3172
      @studleyjb3172 11 місяців тому +2

      Why did you scream? It's hair.

    • @ImUrZaddy
      @ImUrZaddy 6 місяців тому

      @@paolorossi8470probably because he’s bald and the last time he had hair was several years ago 😂

    • @paolorossi8470
      @paolorossi8470 6 місяців тому

      @@ImUrZaddy

    • @clken5447
      @clken5447 5 місяців тому

      He screamed!!! I wish I would have saw that. I would have laughed so hard!!!!!

  • @johnyanacek
    @johnyanacek 2 роки тому

    #2 ... always #2. Well done video! Thanks! 👍

  • @anneroberts1293
    @anneroberts1293 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for this great video and clear instructions ❤

  • @jjf609
    @jjf609 Місяць тому

    The DIY short snake made from a long zip tie was a brilliant idea. The orange ones can be too thick & often gets stuck

  • @frankbuii1658
    @frankbuii1658 Рік тому

    Thanks so much! Your video is so informative and easy to follow. You helped me to unclog my bathroom sink with confidence! Thanks again!

  • @tomr1259
    @tomr1259 3 роки тому +2

    Very well explained. Thank you.

  • @greaterlifevirtual1621
    @greaterlifevirtual1621 Рік тому

    Thank you for this video. Step 1 helped me.

  • @hannahshepherd9073
    @hannahshepherd9073 3 роки тому

    Thank u so much, that's a problem I have, but haven't been able to get a plumber out here. You've helped me tremendously

  • @GaryT1952
    @GaryT1952 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for this...also wondered how those pop-ups worked! 👍

  • @rolandorfortunato456
    @rolandorfortunato456 3 роки тому

    Excellent video especially in making your own hair snatcher tool from plastic ty-rap.

  • @tedlahm5740
    @tedlahm5740 3 роки тому +1

    Good information. Much appreciated.

  • @christinesorensen7716
    @christinesorensen7716 2 роки тому +1

    Nice job on video!

  • @budgetaudiophilelife-long5461
    @budgetaudiophilelife-long5461 3 роки тому +3

    THANKS SCOTT….GREAT ADVICE…BEEN THERE…DONE THAT MANY TIMES 😂 a result of a wife with long hair 👩
    So in my case …all three depending on how long it been…FYI you can install the pop up with out going through the whole…for more frequent cleaning 👍😍😍😍

  • @jake9705
    @jake9705 3 роки тому +4

    The best DIY drain fighting tool I've ever used? A wet/dry vacuum.
    When the tub-shower gets clogged with my female roommate's long black hair, I get my 3 HP Ridgid wet/dry vac, set it to "wet" configuration, run hot water in shower until about 1" of hot standing water is above drain, then shut off water and shove the wet/dry vac's round nozzle onto the drain and hold it tight to the round drain hole for 3 seconds.
    Remove vac nozzle from drain hole, turn hot water on again for a minute, and check drain rate. Repeat process one or two more times until water is flowing freely, or until enough long hair has been pulled halfway up out of the drain that needle-nose pliers can remove the rest.
    Dump filthy water from vac into gutter and then wash out inside of vac.

    • @KamalasVACANTwomb
      @KamalasVACANTwomb 3 роки тому +2

      I will sometimes use a shop vac too

    • @freespirit1975
      @freespirit1975 2 роки тому

      Do yourself a favor and get a hair strainer from the big box store. It'll be so much less work for you. I used to have to snake out my shower drain regularly for the same reason. I had a plumber in the house for a different job and mentioned the recurrent problem to him and he advised me to get a hair strainer. I didn't know they existed. Since I bought it years ago I've not snaked the drain since. They make all kinds, out of plastic. But they also sell a metallic assortment of 3 different sizes that are the best. The medium size fits perfectly in my walk-in shower floor drain and since I am the "plumber" I get to easily clean it before my shower. I don't mind the daily job when I think about the old way. The small one fits a sink if you were to take out the pop up drain plug and I use the large size upside down taped and sealed over the garden tub drain when I bathe (shower) our dog. If you have a regular tub with a shower just look around for something that fits. Good luck.

  • @marccouturier8336
    @marccouturier8336 2 роки тому

    Thanks!! step #2 worked like a charm!!!!

  • @jduff59
    @jduff59 Рік тому

    My plumber advised me to pour in about 1/4 cup bleach into my tub and sink about once per month. This seems to work, but I think this video is perfect for those of us that don't have plumbing tools.

  • @stevenchait2459
    @stevenchait2459 Рік тому

    I duct tape overflow drain and lightly plunge sink drain, works everytime.

  • @chriscutress1702
    @chriscutress1702 3 роки тому +4

    I have the pop-up type with a screw cap which you can just unscrew the top and pick out the grunge to return the sink to proper drain performance in most cases without needing to disconnect the under sink pivot-rod connections.

  • @kristenehalverson3427
    @kristenehalverson3427 2 роки тому

    1. Was the help I needed. Thx.

  • @kjstech1982
    @kjstech1982 8 місяців тому

    I wasted money on products like Draino max, to no avail. Simply removing the plunger so I could pull the drain stopper out and using a cut zip tie, I was able to get tons of hair that was stuck at the drain closer pivot point (the thing that opens and shuts the drain). The zip tie was a little flexible but I got enough hair close up that two screw drivers were able to pinch and pull the rest of the way.
    I should have never wasted money on Draino because it did nothing. Hot water goes down in seconds vs minutes before the fix. Good tip, best of all it was free since I already had the wire tie and basic tools.

  • @chrissythecrafter3972
    @chrissythecrafter3972 Рік тому

    Awesome and easy to understand thanks 🙏🏾

  • @xltoth
    @xltoth 2 роки тому

    Very helpful information, thanks.

  • @Quacks0
    @Quacks0 2 роки тому +3

    A bottle brush can be good for cleaning buildup out of sink-pipes, just as paper towels will work.

  • @jaykay7942
    @jaykay7942 9 місяців тому

    The second part of step 2 saved me having to call a plumber - thanks

  • @mcaudios1184
    @mcaudios1184 Рік тому

    Most helpful video!!

  • @OriginalTorrentFreak
    @OriginalTorrentFreak 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the tip. I've been trying to unclog that sink for some time now 😅I had no idea how to remove the pop up drain stop.

  • @sheep9944
    @sheep9944 11 місяців тому

    Awesome! Very helpful!!!❤

  • @timluu2460
    @timluu2460 Рік тому

    Thanks for the video unfortunately after doing all 3 steps my sink drain is still clogged. It was still good to learn about the 3 steps.

  • @bobketteringham4779
    @bobketteringham4779 Рік тому

    Big help for me. Thanks

  • @jeeinocca
    @jeeinocca 3 роки тому +1

    Great video!

  • @WATTYATHINK
    @WATTYATHINK 3 роки тому

    Got my subscribe with that zip tie trick. I have a small snake with a bristle end which I always use - cheap at 2-3$ but the zip tie is a cool repurpose trick

  • @davidsussman6757
    @davidsussman6757 2 роки тому

    #2. Thanks so much for this video . It was extremely helpful!

  • @neddalakhdarchaoche9232
    @neddalakhdarchaoche9232 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this great Video.

  • @mankb1
    @mankb1 9 місяців тому

    Thank you. This was very useful :)

  • @jimpie231
    @jimpie231 3 роки тому +2

    #4……..The drain doesn’t go straight down (joist is in the way), I noticed this when the home was built 18 years ago. I cleaned the p trap, etc and it still drained slowly. Next step would be to auger the next 3 feet of pipe around the 22 degree fitting to pass the joist. Thanks for your video! Jim
    PS……after the holidays…..

  • @jrzzrj
    @jrzzrj 6 місяців тому

    Instead of a zip tie, there may be one of those old skinny bottle brushes with a long flexible wire handle around the house. That's what I used. Those bristles really got down to business and cleaned real well.

  • @danlong1946
    @danlong1946 3 роки тому +2

    In my experience it has been the down tube. I take a rag and tie a string to a corner and a weight (like a nut) to the other end of the string. I drop the weight through the down tube and pull the rag through.

  • @hassanbazzi3545
    @hassanbazzi3545 3 роки тому

    Number 2 I s definitely the problem I face. Addition to what you used, I like to pour some white vinegar periodically. Thank you for sharing

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks Hassan, do you do the vinegar on your rentals as well between tenants?

    • @hassanbazzi3545
      @hassanbazzi3545 3 роки тому +1

      @@EverydayHomeRepairs I only do it to my personal home because it is readily available. By the way I sold all my rentals a couple of months ago and I couldn’t resist the the demands on housing. None of them appraised to the price I ask but my wife was the listing agent and she put a clause in the contract that the buyer cover the difference and it worked perfectly. I was blessed with the purchase and sold. I will do it again if the market suit the situation. I really appreciate your videos

  • @cmichaelhaugh8517
    @cmichaelhaugh8517 3 роки тому

    Good piece. I’d be interested in a video on getting rid of drain flies.

  • @abdullahkhawer
    @abdullahkhawer 10 місяців тому

    Worked. Thanks. 👌

  • @raventhornephotography9164
    @raventhornephotography9164 10 місяців тому

    Thank you so much! It worked!

  • @Pw6872
    @Pw6872 3 роки тому +1

    Use a bottle brush to clean your p-trap once in a while. Works great.

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  3 роки тому +1

      I never heard that until doing this video and several people had now mentioned the bottle brushes work great. Appreciate the tip 👍

  • @thecornucopia5471
    @thecornucopia5471 2 роки тому

    Excellent video. Very informative. Thank you!

  • @hannahshepherd9073
    @hannahshepherd9073 3 роки тому

    Yes, number 2, I have the old style drain pkug

  • @sunchips5
    @sunchips5 2 роки тому

    I cleaned out my sink stopper, which it needed, but yet the problem was not solved. I then removed the p-trap and cleaned it out and also stuck a flexible brush through the beginning of the drain through to where the p-trap begins and clean out that gunk. Still no help. Then my last item to try was a plunger. I loaded the sink half way with water. I then took that toilet plunger and plunged away. FINALLY, the clog was completely gone and the sink drains super rapidly.

  • @msgenie5
    @msgenie5 2 роки тому

    Thank you. I did cleared the bathroom drain. Nasty job, but satisfying.👍🏽

  • @ELMolliez
    @ELMolliez Рік тому

    Amazing video

  • @sandysutton1792
    @sandysutton1792 2 роки тому

    Thanks #2 for me😁

  • @laurie1392
    @laurie1392 Рік тому

    Yes the second fix was the issue. My sons comb their hair and shave over the sink and let it go down the drain. I asked them to wipe the sink with paper towel and throw it in the garbage but they said that’s not what guys do? I have no idea so I just roll with what they tell me. TY

  • @BaeLasso
    @BaeLasso 2 роки тому

    4:48 I use the cable tie method, for hair clog, and bacteria clog it works very well, just stick in and stir the pot!!

  • @NewYorksFinest1
    @NewYorksFinest1 Рік тому

    Thank you I just installed a led faucet with the pop-up plug and I didn't know the top of the drain screws off. I thought it was all one piece. I unscrewed it and cleaned out all my wife's hair