If you want a well sanitized, sparkling bathroom you should start from your bathtub, as it usually accumulates the most dirt and bacteria. This is due to the fact that soapy water and hair often clog your drain and pipelines. There is only one thing that you can do when they build up - roll up your sleeves and start cleaning. Unfortunately when you begin, this job won't appear as easy as it seemed before. You will need to be well-equipped for the task, especially if the problem is not visible and it is not your drain, but the pipes that are actually clogged. If you do not have the strength and tools to deal with this yourself, there are plenty of local plumbing contractors to call for help.
If you, on the other hand, have decided to sacrifice your free time and get the problem solved yourself you will need the following cleaning products and tools:
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Plunger - It will help you use air pressure in order to force an obstruction through the drain piping. This is the most effective method for unclogging drains discovered so far!
- Snake - This is a is a long piece of metal which you can force into the drain. You can use it to pull out the obstruction, or force it to the other end of your plumbing installation.
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A bucket to collect the dirt extracted
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Rubber gloves - Use them to protect your hands from the bacteria and the abrasive cleaning solvents.
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Professional drain cleaning solution or baking soda - The drain unclogging products which you will find on the market are usually extremely toxic, they may harm your pipes if they are made from plastic. For this purpose you better use environmentally friendly detergents or a solvent made of baking soda mixed with apple vinegar.
Of course, many local plumbing contractorsknow these old tricks for bathtub drain cleaning. Only a few of them, however, have the necessary skills and qualification to complete the task according to your standards.
