Why is your shower drain clogged
Is your bathtub filling up with water after you shower? Perhaps your drains have a serious problem. It’s better to call a plumber to take care of the problem. Learn why your shower drain may be clogged and how to fix the problem.
How does a shower drain back up happen?
You will need the expertise of a plumber to diagnose the problem. Before the plumber arrives, however, you should get an overview of the possible causes of shower drain backups.
There is a clog in another area of your home
It may surprise you to know that there is a clog in another area of your home if the shower drain is clogged. However, your home’s drainage system is like a tree: there’s a main sewer line with secondary branches.
If the main sewer line is clogged, water can back up in your shower. You should call a professional, as clogs in the main sewer line are not easy to fix and can be dangerous to your health.
A blockage caused by hair
Shampoos, soaps and shaving cream are not usually the main causes of drain blockages in the shower. Even if you have short hair and hair from shaving, they can still stick to soap residue and pipes.
How can you address the problem?
If the cause of the drain clog is a blockage from hair, soap scraps, etc., you can try to clear the clog yourself. Some people use a mixture of baking soda and vinegar to dissolve the clog. Once the baking soda and vinegar have set for about five minutes, you can flush the debris down the drain with hot water. This DIY trick works for smaller clogs.
For larger clogs, you may need to use a plumbing snake. Once it hits the clog, you can twist the handle and the snake will unclog the clog. If you don’t have a plumber’s snake handy, an old wire hanger can help with clogs closer to the surface, especially loose hairs.
Call the Emergency Plumber in Darlington. After your call, we send in a short time the right plumber to you. The plumbers are well-equipped and professionals. Furthermore, we are 24 hours available. Call us whenever you want, 01325776591.