How to Unclog a Urinal
Urinals are commonly found in two places: men’s restrooms and unisex restrooms. If you are in charge of keeping a company restroom clean and in good working order, then at some point you might be faced with a clogged urinal. When this happens, stay calm.
Things You Will Need
- Screwdriver
- Water
- Plunger
- Drain auger
Unclogging a urinal is no different than removing a clog from any other type of drain, and can be easier to unclog than a toilet.
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Remove the drain covering from the inside of the urinal by taking out the screws with a screwdriver.
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Add a few inches of water to the inside of the clogged urinal.
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Place a plunger over the drain inside the urinal and give it several strong thrusts. This can remove clogs that are close to the drain’s surface.
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Insert a drain auger cable if the plunger doesn’t work. Crank the auger to insert the cable slowly.
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Stop cranking when you feel the cable hit the clog. Crank a little more so the cable can attach to the clog.
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Pull out the drain auger cable by cranking the opposite way. The clog will come out, too.
Writer Bio
Mike Johnson has been working as a writer since 2005, specializing in fitness, health, sports, recreational activities and relationship advice. He has also had short stories published in literary journals such as "First Class Magazine." Johnson holds a Bachelor of Science in education and history from Youngstown State University.
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