A sewer drain snake is used to clear a main line stoppage.
Using a drain snake.
Keep pushing more of the snake into the drain until you feel resistance.
A plumber s snake or drain auger is a tool that reaches down into pipes to remove clog causing blockage.
The auger begins its journey down the drain.
A drain snake can be a do it yourself solution to a professional level problem.
This component can become damaged when using a plumber s snake so it s best to remove and protect it.
To use a drain snake to clear a clog in a sink drain pipe follow these steps.
If you have confirmed that you have a main sewer line clog you may wish to attempt to clear it yourself.
Push the end of the snake into the drain opening and turn the handle on the drum that contains the coiled up snake.
Clogged drains inevitably happen in every home and when they do you have a few options for clearing them.
The basic process is as follows.
Fortunately like other drain snakes a sewer drain snake can be rented for the day from a tool and equipment rental location.
The equipment is easy to use but ask the dealer for operating instructions.