Blocked Drains York

Are you tired of dealing with a slow-draining shower in your York home? Hair is a common culprit behind clogged shower drains, but fortunately, there are several methods to remove the blockage and get your water flowing freely again. At Blocked Drains York, we've put together a step-by-step guide on how to clean a shower drain clogged with hair.

Before we dive into the solutions, it's essential to understand how hair clogs your shower drain. When hair goes down the drain, it can accumulate and stick to the sides of the pipe, causing a blockage. Over time, this can lead to a significant reduction in water flow, making it difficult to shower.

A plunger is a simple and effective tool to remove hair clogs from your shower drain. To use a plunger:

1. Remove any visible hair from the drain cover.
2. Apply a small amount of petroleum jelly to the rim of the plunger.
3. Place the plunger over the drain and push down slowly until you feel resistance.
4. Hold the plunger in place for a few seconds, then lift up.
5. Repeat this process several times until the water flows freely.

For a more natural approach, try using baking soda and vinegar to clean your shower drain.

1. Pour 1 cup of baking soda down the drain.
2. Follow with 1 cup of vinegar.
3. Let the mixture sit for a few hours or overnight.
4. Pour hot water down the drain to rinse.

A drain snake, also known as an auger, is a long, flexible rod that can be inserted into the drain to remove clogs.

1. Feed the snake into the drain until you feel resistance.
2. Turn the handle to break up the clog.
3. Remove the snake and rinse the drain with hot water.

A drain hook is a simple tool that can be used to remove hair clogs from your shower drain.

1. Insert the hook into the drain and twist it until you feel resistance.
2. Pull out the hook, and with it, the clogged hair.

If the above methods don't work, you can try using chemical cleaners specifically designed for drain cleaning. However, be sure to follow the instructions carefully and take necessary safety precautions.

To prevent hair clogs from forming in the future, consider the following:

• Use a drain screen or filter to catch hair before it goes down the drain.
• Run hot water through the drain on a regular basis to help dissolve any debris.
• Consider using a drain maintenance product to help keep your drains flowing freely.
  At Blocked Drains York, we're here to help with all your drainage needs. If you're experiencing a clogged shower drain and need professional assistance, don't hesitate to call us at 01904 862081. Our team of experts is available to provide fast and effective solutions to get your water flowing freely again.