how do i unclog a drain pipe for the bath tub?

Question

i have already tried a plunger and drano and it doesn't work i need more ideas come on people

Answer 1

it depends on the pipe best bet go below the tub pull the p-trap clean it out look for diamonds. if your drain line is cast iron 1985ish and older you should check your branch line to your main, soap scum hair and skin oil stick to the inside of the pipes causing them to clog and drain slow rent a drain snake 3/8 cable is highly recomended and clean your line take your time dont force the cable it will do the work on its own. dont forget to have a bucket under the pipe and trap when you take it apart there will be some water come out of the pipe.

Answer 2

If you have tried these other things and they didn't work.Try looking at your stopper.Most tubs have a little lever on them.Take the two screws out then carefully pull the device straight up out of the opening(it has adjustments on it that may need adjusting)if this is hanging to low in your drain it could be causing your problem.After removing it temporarily try running some water and plunging again.If this doesn't work go somewhere and get one of those wire snakes put it down thru the hole where you pulled out the lever adjuster.Work it thru your tub trap this should take care of it,if not you have problems on down the line.

Answer 3

There's a product on the market called "Thrift", that does a very good job of unclogging drains without using an acid base and is okay with septic tank systems. Below is a link to read about it. Hope this helps.

Answer 4

Try liquid drain cleaner. If that doesn't work, try a plunger over the drain and see if that will open it. If not then it's time to call a plumber.

Answer 5

Get a snake at the hardware store, they'll know what it is so just ask. Also ask them the best way to use it. It is by far better than drano or anything to that extent.

Answer 6

Pour some powdered yeast down their first! The enzymes should eat through the crap! Plain ol' package of Fleschman's yeast should do the trick! Also works on septic systems! Wait a day and see! God Bless!

Answer 7

i know how this sounds, but the only thing you have to loose is the clog..... unscrew the screws on the round face plate where the bathtub water overflow drains, gently pull face plate up and towards you look for obvious clogs but also wear and tear on the movement of plug/unplug then pour about a cup of liq. plum gel, let set 20mins. then flush w/very hot water

Answer 8

put vinegar in the drain for a while and maybe the acid will eat through everything.I have never tried it but it might work.good luck

Answer 9

snake it, its possible to do yourself but I reccomend a plumber. Roto router is pretty good. You can search for a local retailer.