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Cleaning a Sink Stopper
(Pop-Up)
Sink stoppers close off the drain hole in your sink so you
can fill it with water. Occasionally, they can get gunked
up with hair and soap and cause your sink to drain slowly
– or not at all. Pop-up stoppers – the ones that close
when you pull up on a little knob next to your faucets...
Cleaning a Pop-Up Tub
Drain
To fix a tub that doesn't drain properly, first identify
what type of drain you have. If the drain hole features a
metal plug that goes up and down, it's a pop-up type..
Unclogging Toilet Drains
A clogged toilet is one of the most common household
plumbing problems. If your toilet overflows or flushes
poorly, try clearing it with a plunger...
Unclogging Shower Drains
If your shower isn't draining easily, it usually means
there's a hair clog somewhere in the shower drain line.
Hair clogs may sound nasty, but they're not too difficult
to deal with... |
Remove the
screws on the overflow cover plate and carefully pull the
cover plate, the linkage, and the plunger from the
overflow drain opening. Don't drop the screws down the
drain!
You can
clean the linkage and plunger with a small wire brush
dipped in vinegar. Lubricate the assembly with a little
heatproof grease.
Plunger-type
drains leak when they get out of adjustment. To fix them,
adjust the linkage by unscrewing the locknut on the
threaded lift rod using needlenose pliers. Screw the rod
down about 1/8 inch. Then tighten the locknut and
reinstall the whole works.