Clogged Shower Drains

Have you noticed that your shower drain is taking longer than normal to clear your shower of water? If it is slow, consider it clogged. Try to address the issue early on so you don't end up frustrated with a thoroughly clogged shower drain.

Causes of Clogged Shower Drains

1. Hair trapped in the drain
2. Soap build up
3. Bottle parts from shower products

How to Clean a Clogged Shower Drain

• Hands-on: Check the strainer. Pop it out with a screwdriver. Release any wads of hair with tweezers to clear the clogged drain.
• Chemicals: You can use boiling water and vinegar to clean drains or use store-bought chemicals, but be sure to wear protective hand and eye wear since some products are toxic.
• Vacuum: If you are experiencing just a minor clog in your shower drain, you may only need to use a dry vacuum to unblock the clog.
• Plunger: Make sure that you press the plunger over the clogged shower drain hard enough to create a good seal. You can use petroleum jelly to help with the tightness. Plunge up and down until debris loosens.
• Plumber's Snake: A snake is a tightly wound piece of spring steel with an auger tip on one end and a crank handle on the other. Twist the coil inside the clogged shower drain until you reach the waste. Jab the handle back and forth and snag the clog loose.

Best Advice for Clearing a Clogged Shower Drain

Using chemicals to clear clogged shower drains and bathtubs can leave lasting negative effects on the pipes. Harsh chemicals wear down pipes over time and can lead to a costly repiping job down the road. We recommend a plumber's snake as the most effective tool to safely clear any clogged shower drain while still protecting the pipes.

Professional Plumbing Technicians in San Diego are always available to do immediate cleaning for clogged shower drains no matter how elaborate the project. Call 1800Anytyme at 1-800-836-1726.

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