How To Snake A Shower Drain

Go for a longer length for a shower drain.
How to snake a shower drain. We can distinguish two main categories of drain augers. Push the pad end of the homemade snake into the shower drain wiggling the snake up and down and side to side as the snake travels downward. While this is bigger than a tub drain it s still a good idea to use a standard snake with a 1 4 or 5 16 inch cable so the cable goes through easily.
Unblocking a drain with a plumber s snake. Wiggle the hook end around and pull it out and drop any collected hair and debris into a plastic bag. A drain for a standard shower not a tub shower combo usually has a 2 inch drain going straight down into a trap below the shower base.
Plumber s snakes often called drain snakes are an excellent way to handle clogs caused by hair and other debris. To use a drain snake push it down the drain until you reach the clog. Repeat this until the snake comes out clean.
To snake a shower drain take the cover off the drain and feed the end of the snake into it. Manual or hand augers and electronic auger. Once the snake is a few inches down your drain and you feel resistance slowly crank the snake handle clockwise.
In addition to this you can also pour a safe yet effective drain cleaner down your drain from. A plumber s snake or cable auger is a long cable attached to a hand crank. Otherwise start by removing your shower drain cover and using a bristled brush vinegar and warm water.
The handle will get harder to crank as the snake breaks its way through the hair or other material causing the clog. Here is a video on how to snake a clogged drain. The hanger is stiff and short and might not be able to make it to the p trap.