How do you clean a drain without removing the stopper?

• <div><p>If you have a sink stopper, it can feel more challenging to clean the drain without removing it, but here are a few simple steps:</p><ul><li><p>Pour ½ cup baking soda into the drain using a funnel</p></li><li><p>Pour 1 ½ cups vinegar into the drain</p></li><li><p>Close the sink stopper for 15–20 minutes</p></li><li><p>Open the drain</p></li><li><p>Pour 2 cups of boiling water down the drain (be cautious as boiling water can damage some types of pipes)</p></li></ul><p>If the drain isn’t unclogged, repeat the process.</p></div>

Can you leave a toilet clogged overnight?

• <div><p>Usually it’s fine to leave a toilet clogged overnight, as long as it’s not close to overflowing. In some cases, the extra time may give the clog time to work itself out. For example, if it’s caused by an excess of toilet paper, letting it sit could result in the clog dissolving and you may be able to simply flush it away by the time you wake up. </p><p>Only let it sit though if you have more than one toilet in the home.</p></div>

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Reviewed in February 2023
Had a flooding basement and Collins sent out Blake and Adam right away and they did a really great job getting the drains unclogged and running a camera through and taking the time to show me the condition of the whole drain pipe. Really professional and lowest price of all the bids I received,...
Collins Sanitary, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
August 2022 Our paved patio with a 2 1/2 foot brick wall was in terrible shape when we bought our house last Spring. Ramos and Sons completely dismantled it, cleaned each brick including removing the old cement, reinforced the foundation and put it all back together. It is picture...
Ramos & Sons Landscaping
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Reviewed in August 2021
It was excellent. They were good. They were efficient. They were clean and fast.
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Reviewed in June 2018
Installed a ceiling fan and a dimmer switch in my kitchen..did a great job for a fair price. Work was very clean.
A&J Electric
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Reviewed in July 2014
Excellent work. They were very efficient. Cleaned up thoroughly. Performed an after work inspection by owner to make sure work was done properly.
Theisen Roofing & Siding Co Inc
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Reviewed in June 2013
What was good about it was, they sent someone even though it’s Memorial Day that time but the person they sent did not seem knowledgeable enough. What happened was our tub won’t drain, we thought the stopper was stuck . We told him that but he kept plunging and he said that the vent pipe was not...
Birch Plumbing
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Reviewed in December 2012
At the time of this service, our family was going through a medical emergency. Of course, a house where the main drain isn't working is also an emergency, so we had to proceed with the repair. Because of the medical emergency, we were unable to be at the home during the repairs, which made it...
Schmitz Plumbing & Heating Inc
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Reviewed in August 2011
When I called, they were polite and timely in their response. The technician seemed to do what he could to find the source of the problem in one refrigerator, but was not able to find it. In the other refrigerator, he cleaned out the drain line, which worked for about a week but was clogged...
Knie Appliance & T.V. Inc
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Reviewed in September 2010
The carpet was cleaned really well and he explained why the spots were there from other products for cleaning.
Stanley Steemer Carpet Cleaner
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Reviewed in March 2009
One of our service trucks was not starting due to the recent cold weather we had in January. RT Repairs came in on Saturday and Sunday to diagnose and repair our truck to get it back on the road. After they thawed the fuel lines, drained the fuel tank, it was determined that a fuel injector had...
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Collins Sanitary, LLC, provides services with over 30 years experience that includes complete installation of septic systems and low-cost septic tank cleaning services. We also have a master plumber on staff to take care of all of your plumbing needs, from a leaky faucet to a new installation or remodel. We specialize in making tub/showers handi-cap accessible or senior citizen friendly with removal and re-install all in one day. We cater to commercial, industrial, agricultural, and residential clients in Wisconsin and Illinois. We are also a proud member of the Better Business Bureau (BBB). Contact Collins Sanitary, LLC, today for your free estimate.

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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

If you have a sink stopper, it can feel more challenging to clean the drain without removing it, but here are a few simple steps:

Pour ½ cup baking soda into the drain using a funnel
Pour 1 ½ cups vinegar into the drain
Close the sink stopper for 15–20 minutes
Open the drain
Pour 2 cups of boiling water down the drain (be cautious as boiling water can damage some types of pipes)

If the drain isn’t unclogged, repeat the process.

Yes, sewage smells can originate from a floor drain. If the P-Trap in the floor drain dries out or if there's a clog or other issue in the plumbing system, sewer gasses can escape through the drain, causing nasty odors. Regularly pouring water into the drain helps maintain the water seal and prevent those smells, but if the smell persists, you should have a plumbing professional inspect the drain for potential problems.

To keep window wells from filling up with water, you need to stay on top of maintenance. Remove debris as it fills up, and regularly loosen the gravel at the base if it’s become compacted. You can also reslope your yard to make sure water flows away from the window well (and your home’s foundation), and you can even install a window well cover to prevent debris from building up. Installing an actual drainpipe at the base of the well can also prevent window well drainage problems.

You can drain a hot tub very quickly by using a submersible pump rather than the hose-sized drain at the bottom exterior of the tub. A pump can move up to 30 gallons per minute, draining your hot tub in no time. Using the regular drain can take up to two hours.

Usually it’s fine to leave a toilet clogged overnight, as long as it’s not close to overflowing. In some cases, the extra time may give the clog time to work itself out. For example, if it’s caused by an excess of toilet paper, letting it sit could result in the clog dissolving and you may be able to simply flush it away by the time you wake up.

Only let it sit though if you have more than one toilet in the home.

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