Many times the clog can be quickly removed using a simple drain snake.
Things You Will Need
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Locate a sewer line clean out. The best place to start is outside. If you can not find one outside then look in the basement or crawlspace.
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Remove the clean out cap which is usually threaded into the pipe. It may be cast iron or PVC plastic.
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Feed the drain snake into the clean-out with a push and pull action. Progressively push the snake through the sewer line until you feel resistance.
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Move the snake back and forth against the place of resistance. Continue until the snake freely advances past the resistance point.
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Retract the snake by pulling it out of the pipe clean-out.
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Replace the clean-out cap.
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Run water from the highest point in the building and observe the clean-out to make sure there are no leaks.
The Drip Cap
- A wad of paper towels flushed down a toilet can clog the pipes and create a backup of waste into the building.
- But let's assume that it is too late and the pipe is clogged with paper towels.
- If you can not find one outside then look in the basement or crawlspace.
- Feed the drain snake into the clean-out with a push and pull action.