Clogged sinks are a common problem in homes. A clogged sink can be caused by many things, including food particles, hair, and soap scum. In this article, we will show you how to unclog a double kitchen sink with water.
To unclog a double kitchen sink with water, you will need:
-A bucket
-Hot water
-Liquid dish soap
Then:
1. Pour a bucket of hot water down the drain of the clogged sink.
2. Add 1-2 teaspoons of liquid dish soap to the hot water.
3. Stir the hot water and dish soap together until suds form.
4. Pour the suds down the drain of the clogged sink.
5. Allow the suds to sit in the drain for 5-10 minutes.
6. Rinse the sink with hot water.
7. Repeat steps 1-6 if necessary.
Other options to Unclog a kitchen sink with standing water:
Option 1
Remove the P-trap under the sink:
1. Shut off the water to the sink at the main valve.
2. Place a bucket or container under the P-trap to catch any water that may leak out.
3. Loosen the compression nuts on both sides of the P-trap with a wrench.
4. Lift the P-trap off of the drain pipe and set it aside.
5. Use a plunger to try to clear the clog.
Option 2
Use a cable auger to clear the clog:
1. Shut off the water to the sink at the main valve.
2. Place a bucket or container under the sink to catch any water that may leak out.
3. Insert the cable auger into the drainpipe and push it all the way through the clog.
4. Turn the crank on the cable auger to pull out the clog.
5. Rinse the sink with hot water.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 if necessary.
Option 3
Use a plumbing snake to clear the clog:
1. Shut off the water to the sink at the main valve.
2. Place a bucket or container under the sink to catch any water that may leak out.
3. Insert the plumbing snake into the drainpipe and push it all the way through the clog.
4. Turn the crank on the plumbing snake to pull out the clog.
5. Rinse the sink with hot water.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 if necessary.
Option 4
Remove and clean the strainer:
1. Shut off the water to the sink at the main valve.
2. Place a bucket or container under the sink to catch any water that may leak out.
3. Remove the strainer from the drain pipe and clean it with a brush.
4. Replace the strainer and tighten the screws with a screwdriver.
5. Rinse the sink with hot water.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 if necessary.
Option 5
Install a sink drain strainer:
1. Shut off the water to the sink at the main valve.
2. Place a bucket or container under the sink to catch any water that may leak out.
3. Remove the old strainer from the drain pipe and discard it.
4. Install the new sink drain strainer over the drain pipe.
5. Tighten the screws on the sink drain strainer with a screwdriver.
6. Rinse the sink with hot water.
7. Repeat steps 1-6 if necessary.
Option 6
Call a plumber (this is my fav. option in all honesty lol)
Remember, if the clog is not cleared by any of these methods, you may need to call a plumber. Plumbers have special tools and techniques to clear clogs that are not accessible to the average homeowner.
Conclusion
While there are many methods you can use to unclog a clogged kitchen sink, the most effective way is to try one of the methods listed above. Remember to turn off the water to the sink before attempting any of these methods. Good luck!
Charlie 