{"id":2127,"date":"2022-05-20T15:31:09","date_gmt":"2022-05-20T19:31:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/?p=2127"},"modified":"2022-05-20T15:31:09","modified_gmt":"2022-05-20T19:31:09","slug":"7-things-you-can-do-to-unclog-your-shower-drain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/7-things-you-can-do-to-unclog-your-shower-drain\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Things You Can Do to Unclog Your Shower Drain"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Nothing quite drains<\/em> the pleasure out of your morning or post-work shower than standing ankle deep in soapy water. If your shower drain is clogged, it is important to troubleshoot the issue as soon as possible, not just for the sake of your bathing enjoyment, but also for preventative maintenance purposes. Fortunately, there are many things you can do on your own that can solve the problem right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Continue reading to learn the top 7 things you can do to unclog your shower drain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to Fix a Clogged Shower Drain<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

So, what causes a shower drain to clog up? Well, the answer is quite obvious. Mostly, hair, dirt, and soap residues are to blame, but shower drains can also fall victim to obstructions caused by thick shaving cream, lost jewelry, razor caps, toys, and all sorts of other common bath time accoutrements. Many people like to brush their teeth and floss in the shower, so floss is a common obstruction found in shower drains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not to worry, as there are plenty of ways to unclog that troublesome shower drain of yours! Here are the top seven things you can do to unclog your shower drain:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Manual Dislodging<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first thing you want to do to fix a clogged shower drain is to manually dislodge anything that\u2019s obstructing the drain. Any visible obstructions like hair or soap scum should be cleared away of your shower drain before testing other methods of repair. Yes, this will be a slimy and unpleasant task, so put on some rubber gloves and possibly even a face mask.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plunger<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When your manual attempt doesn\u2019t work, grab your plunger. Use the plunger over the shower drain in the same way you would use it in the toilet if the toilet were clogged. Place the plunger directly on top of the shower drain and pump it several times with force. Then run the shower to see if the water flows through the drain smoothly. If that doesn\u2019t work, you may need to get deeper inside the drain. The next few methods will help you do that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boiling Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If the first two methods don\u2019t work, boil some water on top of your stove, and then pour it down your shower drain. Sometimes this can clear out shaving cream, dirt accumulation, and soap scum buildup. Once these residues are cleared, your shower drain should flow smoothly. Just be careful when you\u2019re handling the boil water because it will burn you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

White Vinegar and Baking Soda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If boiling water isn\u2019t strong enough, make a concoction of distilled white vinegar and baking soda. Then pour the solution down your drain. This is basically a homemade drain cleaner, but without all of the harsh chemicals and damaging ingredients. You may need to repeat this a few times to get the drain entirely cleared. Oftentimes, this vinegar and baking soda solution is well paired with an auger, also known as a drain snake<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drain Snake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A drain snake is a long, thin, plastic, flexible, handheld auger that is used to dislodge any obstructions within a drain. Drain snakes can be purchased for as little as one dollar at any local department or grocery store. You can literally find them anywhere that sells regular home goods or household products. To use an auger, simply push it deep into the drain as far as you can, then turn it a few times before pulling it out. You will be shocked to see what comes out with it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wire Hook<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You can also use a metal hook in the same way you would use a drain snake to dislodge any obstructions within the shower drain. Just be careful using this method because you can accidentally poke or stab yourself. Most people will take a wire hanger and unwind it to form a hook and handle. This works really well when you don\u2019t have an auger on hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Licensed Plumber<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your last resort is to contact a licensed Indianapolis plumber<\/a> for drain cleaning and clearing service. They have the proper tools and resources to promptly resolve drain issues. Because drain clearing is typically an easy and speedy service, you can expect it to be affordable as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you need some professional drain clearing and cleaning service for your shower, sink, bathtub, or outdoor drains?<\/strong> Contact Weilhammer Plumbing Company<\/a> at 317-784-1870 for professional plumbing service and repair in Indianapolis, Indiana<\/a> and its surrounding counties. We serve residential and commercial clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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