How to Unclog a Bathtub and Shower Drain

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5 жыл бұрын

Clogged tub? Slow draining bathtub or shower? Showing four techniques on how to unplug your tub. Using a hand auger, plunger, chemical, and manual removal methods.
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@gseric4721 2 жыл бұрын

The thing I hate the most about a clog is that the sitting water can quickly make your tub dirty if you don't watch it. So glad I found this.

@danmaodi3940 4 жыл бұрын

It's very good idea to show the construction of the pipe given most of the viewers are layman, thanks for the carefully made video.

@PROSDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dan! Cheers!

@AmorBroz 15 күн бұрын

5 years ago FIVE FREAKING YEARS AGO and you saved me a month of what I struggled with in less than 10 minutes!!! A plunger and a plastic bag was all it took! You my sir are a freaking Saint and a scholar thank you!🙏🏻

@kwmountainbikers Ай бұрын

This is the best video out there for unclogging. Showing the piping behind the wall is perfect. Thank you!

@ashjoma 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, this was very useful. As a now single female, I don’t have a man to help now, so with a very slow draining shower and sink, I wanted to avoid a hefty plumber call out charge. A $3.50 plunger, hot soapy water and after a few minutes of plunging, I now have a free draining sink and shower. Thank you again.

@robspot101 2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure a plumber would've cleaned your pipes for free with a little strategic negotiating...

@angeleyes7528 2 жыл бұрын

Literally no cares that your single or that you don’t have a man to help no one cares just enjoy the vid and stfu

@ingore9021 2 жыл бұрын

ARE YOU READY TO BE BEST FRIENDS WITH GRANDMA NUENEZ??? WOWOWOWOWOWO! STRONG WOMAN AND STRONG POWER!

@mistytaylor8166 Жыл бұрын

Same here girl, just did the same thing. Thank goodness for youtube

@Ericlmarwalker1 Жыл бұрын

@@robspot101 😂😂😂😅

@marilynrock5234 2 жыл бұрын

I used your third technique at 2:49. You showed me a better way to use the plunger and it worked! And plugging the strainer with the plastic bag instead of a sock helped, too. THANK YOU!

@TatuTrav 3 жыл бұрын

This video made my day, like seriously, thank you so much brother. I dropped like 50 buck in drain openers to no avail. Called my rental company to put the work order in and they did nothing. Landlord, I mean slumlord also useless. Was thinking I was gonna have to move or something. But watched this 6 min video and problem solved. I know everyone else has mentioned it in the comments but the visual for the pipe struct made everything click. Thanks a million again brother.

@TommyLangzik 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a million for this video; you did an amazing job breaking down what's happening behind the scenes and laying out the solutions in a clear cohesive way. Great video for many young people whose parents didn't (and/or couldn't) teach them these basic life skills.

@ButterNifeNinja 3 жыл бұрын

Went the deepest I have ever gone with my auger after you showed the pipe structure. Finally got my bathtub unclogged. Thanks!

@MilesRyanFisher 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome tutorial! I feel such agony of defeat when a drain gets backed up - but then once it's cleared out and water flows freely down ... that's the thrill of victory. The pliers are what worked for me this time, but it's good to know that there are other methods in case that one doesn't work next time. Thanks for helping me out, brother!

@jacobj8905 4 жыл бұрын

UGH this has to be the best video I've seen on how to do this stuff! I've been doin it for my house (grandma/family) since I was 17, now 23 and FINALLY, a video thats concise and has the same drain setup as our house! THANK YOU

@PROSDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jacob! Cheers!

@kara6973 5 жыл бұрын

Your tip about blocking the whole while plunging saved us. Thank you!

@TriNguyen-zf3pp 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Pat. Your methods worked for me. Especially the auger and the airtight methods.I cannot thanks you enough.

@Ram44 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. The demo of the pipes and how it all looks inside was so helpful. I used an manual drum auger (with a drill attachment) and going clockwise was the trick. Got two handfuls of hair and gunk out!

@PROSDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Nice work Ram4! Glad the video was helpful. Thanks for the comment!

@djperryboy 3 жыл бұрын

Been watching several videos about this now. And this one have all solutions I've seen before plus more and great tips about safety and to avoid damage. This is the best video for this! Thanks a lot!

@fabianvalencia9169 4 жыл бұрын

Just tried the plunger and bag method. Just saved myself a couple hundred dollars. I am so grateful right now that I can shower in peace without my bathroo drain taking hours on end to drain

@jp00423mk 3 жыл бұрын

THANKS SO MUCH! I tried that plugging the overflow drain bit, worked like a charm. Just saved this single mother a lot of dough!

@EyeballOrigami 3 жыл бұрын

I'm in Texas. My shower stopped up just before everything got bad. Once I had heat & water I augered my tub just like you said. My biggest success after an incredibly trying week. Thank you!!!

@PROSDIY 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. Take care!

@yvonnewilliam61 Жыл бұрын

Vinger and baking soda drain fixing

@cdnchuchu 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!!! i was using the hand auger method, but wasn't catching anything after several attempts. The key was to turn the handle and apply the pressure to help get it deeper into the pipe (i assume into the p-trap or beyond). I finally caught the big nasty hairball after following your video! So thank you so much!! Also I love the mock up you used at he beginning. It was a very helpful visual for those of us with absolutely zero knowledge in this area.

@PROSDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the positive feedback. Nice job on tackling your clog! Take care!

@theyoungsjeffsamantha23 5 жыл бұрын

Find how to remove my drain cover, 4th video watched to find the right method! Great to have various ways to chat the drain in the video. Thanks and God bless you for serving with patience! Jeff Father of seven

@PROSDIY 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jeff!

@dbezzy45 4 жыл бұрын

All I gotta to say is THANK YOU GOOD SIR!!! I'm glad I found your video. Definitely helped... That plunger trick was everything. 👌🏾👌🏾👍🏾

@jbh613b 3 жыл бұрын

This was exactly the video I needed. Short, to the point, and didnt make any assumptions that we had any clue what to do :)

@manojjalihal3068 Жыл бұрын

Your knowledge about the clog removal is complete. All other videos put on youtube are half knowledge.Your knowledge is highly appreciated

@digitatissue8502 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing the needle nose plier way, much appreciated.

@PROSDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@maribelita2010 Ай бұрын

Thanks to this video I was able to fix the completely clogged bathtub drain. I also used this method to clean sinks that were slowly draining, and all without a snake. I used the overflow method, I only sealed it with tape. Bathtub, sinks, and kitchen sink are now working properly, better than ever. Thank you so much for posting this video.

@-pasta4601 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!! Recently got a new house and the bathtub/shower drain has been giving me nothing but problems. Drain-O did literally nothing, just went and bought a cheap snake and plan to try all your techniques. Appreciate you showing more than 1 way to unclog it! Saving me tons of time, AND MONEY!!!

@PROSDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Good luck!

@katherinedohnalek7982 4 жыл бұрын

Great info! Thank You! After going through all that, the best advice is to get a drain cover to catch the stuff before it goes down the drain.

@PROSDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Katherine!

@shoppysharp9355 3 жыл бұрын

This video was the best i found on utube for unclogging a bathtub. Thanks!

@myutube1960 Жыл бұрын

Excellent demonstration, on how to unclog a bathtub. Very well explained and to the point. 😊 Thank you, for sharing!

@pepitopepito2967 3 жыл бұрын

that was very helpful. not only now i know what technique i’ll use, your illustration of the piping was very helpful

@pbreedu 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for helping me slay the hair ball monster with an auger.

@palsh 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks much for the mock up. That helped me a lot because I'm not familiar with much plumbing.

@Opt-Shield 3 жыл бұрын

Very well made video. Thank you for showing the anatomy of the drain. I also appreciate you showing the 4 techniques. I will try these techniques to my shower drain tomorrow.

@PROSDIY 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Good luck on your project!

@Jzar89 4 жыл бұрын

Just want to say thank you! Ultimately ended up resolving my clog using an auger with the steps you provided. Only $30 versus what I can only imagine to get a plumber out. Again, thank you!

@PROSDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad the video was helpful. Thank you!

@goodenoughcele2068 3 жыл бұрын

My overflow cap is an old one. It does not open

@adamsamaniego1626 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the clear description, and the variety of methods. Was very helpful to show the pipes, now I know what to do! Thanks!

@PROSDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Adam! All the Best!

@kimmilberg7867 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for showing what the pipes look like!!! You are the only one that did that and it really helped give me a bitter understanding of something I knew NOTHING about!

@matthewrusso1350 4 жыл бұрын

I'm going to head upstairs and try to unclog my tub drain now, thank you for the knowledge of how to do it.

@PROSDIY 4 жыл бұрын

I hope it went well Matthew! All the Best!

@weiye701 9 ай бұрын

The best on youtube! Thank you so much for sharing all awesome techniques!!

@aurorazagala7070 2 жыл бұрын

Your tutorial is very informative... it was GREAT. I am an 83-year old and your technique is highly appreciated. Wish you more success.... stay well and safe.

@mauiburger 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! I opened the air vent thing and popped by plastic snake down there and, woah!, the water started draining! I really appreciate you posting these helpful tips!

@EmpyreanLightASMR 3 жыл бұрын

Been watching a few different videos and I think I'm lucky in that they're basically ALL informative and helpful. I really like that you showed the structure of the pipes at the beginning as I had no clue what the mysterious P-trap was, plus it helps to watch an auger being used by different people so I can really get a feel for what's going on. KZfaq to the rescue. If this works, I need to write all of you a check 😂

@PROSDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Good Luck!

@terryzhang4923 3 жыл бұрын

best video of this topic I have watched so far. Great job done!

@harrietruffy5205 2 жыл бұрын

Shortest and most comprehensive video! Great job!

@sleepyeyesouljah 6 ай бұрын

I wish a saw your video 24 hours earlier. Would have saved me hours and stress on back using a plunger without blocking the overflow!!! This is sooooo key. Once I blocked the over flow with a rag it unclogged in seconds. Thank you for posting this!!!

@larrysweetser4945 5 ай бұрын

Although I rarely comment on KZfaq videos, this one was perfect for my needs. I had to use all the techniques but they worked. Thank you very much. I wish you covered my area so could use your services directly.

@beotheguitarist 4 жыл бұрын

I just found your channel and watched some of your videos. You are awesome! So clear and detailed on these videos with High Definition. I'm a new subscriber now!

@PROSDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Beo The Guitarist, Thank you so much! Take care!

@riddleniss 3 жыл бұрын

I went through many videos looking for a way to unclog my tub. No luck until i fell on this video. What worked was the reverse pressure with the plastic bag. Thank you

@bridgettelles9179 Ай бұрын

Thank you, this was very helpful. As a first time home owner all this type of stuff is new to me. I was able to clear a stubborn clog in a matter of minutes.

@amyp112 11 ай бұрын

Thank you! Years after you made this video I have just used a hang auger and cleared a completely clogged drain full of dog hair! I am not handy either. I am now getting a strainer. This was a very easy-to-follow video!

@blitherparrot8841 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, very professional!

@PROSDIY 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the positive feedback! All the Best!

@Jim-nt7xy 7 ай бұрын

the pipe demo was great. thanks

@brybb3775 Жыл бұрын

That plunger trick did it for me! Thanks!!!

@dr.elainestewartnaturopath238 Жыл бұрын

Great information. I'm headed to the hardware store now to get a hand augur and adjusting my plunger to better get out the clog. Thank you so much!

@Missnra 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for helping me not freak out! Backup into my tub & im trying to understand what’s going on!

@bryansdream 3 жыл бұрын

I tried your technique and i it worked like a charm! Thank you for saving hundreds of dollars!!!!

@scruffycarleton 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this detailed video! I followed directions exactly, with an auger, and voila drain clog removed!!!

@PROSDIY 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Glad the video was helpful. Cheers!

@kimmilberg7867 Жыл бұрын

Your video was by far the best!! Thanks for the tip about putting the screw partway back in.

@beigefox6579 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video explaining how the drain is setup and the different methods in unclogging the bathtub. Without this video I would have wasted long time with the useless 20 inch plastic snake that wouldn't go down. Since I didn't have a plumbers tool like the auger, I ended up using the plunger method and that worked perfectly in clearing it out. Also learning for anyone using the plunger method, make sure you block the overflow properly with the rag covered in plastic bag as explained in the video. I only used tiny bag with opening. I learnt the hard way that the force was enough to splash disgusting water on my shirt, thank God it wasn't the face, would have had hard time for days still thinking about it. 😀

@PROSDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Glad the video was helpful! Great point about the plastic bag. I forgot to include it in this video, but if you have 2 plungers, you can put one plunger over the overflow to block the air and use the other one on the drain. Just some info for the future. Thanks for the feedback! Take care!

@rockhaddad3271 5 жыл бұрын

You are the man , it worked , I unclog it . Understand how it works and how it clog is very important 👍👍👍

@PROSDIY 5 жыл бұрын

Glad the video helped out! Take care!

@uberfilmgeek 3 жыл бұрын

bless you. we just got water back after a week, had the tub filled with snow for water to flush the toilets. tub wouldn't drain, but this quick fix worked immediately!! thank you!

@PROSDIY 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! I'm glad the video was helpful. Take care!

@TheGRMASTER1 7 ай бұрын

The use of a mockup piping is brilliant. Better to see it once than hear it a hundred times.

@viktoriapeterson489 2 жыл бұрын

Great video-just what I needed to know about the overflow area. That was stunning to pull out those ugly wads. Thanks for tip on blocking drain too. Less than $20 for the drum snake

@chrisbaybay7326 4 жыл бұрын

I cannot thank you enough! Your video was perfectly detailed and now i don't have to bale the water out of my shower anymore

@rkvt 4 жыл бұрын

Good job -- crystal clear on the 3 methods. I've lost a screw or two! I've also seen a few tenderloins of hair, grease and shampoo.

@PROSDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Richard! Cheers!

@sm0k345 Жыл бұрын

its been 9 months without a decent shower and it took 3 minutes to fix, i used a plunger and i didnt even see anything get dislodged. thank you for your help omg

@kevinkearney1593 Жыл бұрын

Thanks to your excellent video tutorial, I was able to quickly unclog my bathtub drain. Thank you for a great service!

@nancywalfish7793 4 жыл бұрын

Very easy to see everything. Thank you!!

@jamesrichardson4965 5 жыл бұрын

Very informative video. Funny thing is,,, I was having issues with my tub and I literally bought a 15ft auger but wasn't sure how to use it until I just so happened to come across this video. Thanks 👍

@PROSDIY 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment James! Glad the video helped out. Take care!

@jamesrichardson4965 5 жыл бұрын

@@PROSDIY noooo. Thank you 😁👍

@Airhaert 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thank you this worked so well for me. No more clogged drain!

@stevepreston7879 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for showing what the pipes look like. Excellent visual.

@lujzalouisa 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip with the plunger. I unclogged the shower drain.

@michellewalker8240 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the step by step. Excellent.

@DJxRomeo1 3 жыл бұрын

Pat, I am Subscribed! Thank you for all your videos!! Most most appreciated!!

@PROSDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you John!

@UndergroundRepper707 2 жыл бұрын

Wow this is the first time I come across a KZfaq video that’s straight to the point thanks again

@winniewu8581 Жыл бұрын

the tape step is so neat!

@benjaminwillford8659 4 жыл бұрын

I have been trying for a week to unclog my shower drain. Did what he said and BAM it's unclogged. Best plumber ever.

@babytexan3038 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Very professional and helpful!

@izzybee9501 3 жыл бұрын

hey man i tried the plunger and it worked like a charm thanks man!!!

@michaelg4664 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful, especially the mock-up of the piping. Thanks so much!!

@jamesmitchell2241 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video!!

@bakenfat 11 ай бұрын

I subscribed. I've snaked my sinks & bathroom tub before but I definitely learned more from your video. Thanks 👍🏾

@kaziumar1290 4 жыл бұрын

3rd method really worked for me. Thanks alot 😊

@lunarninja24 Жыл бұрын

God bless the maker of this video as it was very insightful and helpful 🙏

@sleepyeyesouljah 6 ай бұрын

I wish I saw your video 24 hours earlier. Would have saved me hours of stress on my back using a plunger without blocking the overflow!!! This is sooooo key. Once i blocked it drain unclogged in seconds. Thank you for posting this!!!

@DamianSlayr 5 ай бұрын

English is hard, isn't it?

@marleiserashford396 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Great video.

@unpredictableaxolotl3762 2 жыл бұрын

Plunger worked! Thanks!

@philipvandijk1190 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Extremely helpful! Thank you!

@PROSDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Philip!

@Sloanjr507 Жыл бұрын

This was a great video!

@tonimuller7493 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, thank you - why did I never think of using a plunger on my bathtub? Did the trick so that I don't need to use a snake - and if I do, you have shown me how!

@96radster 3 жыл бұрын

Ahhh Yaya it works plugging the top and using plunger worked 👌 Thank you

@joetoner8254 4 жыл бұрын

Great job. Excellent video with easy to follow instructions. Thank you

@PROSDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Joe!

@VikasSharmaUSA 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative and I liked the various options part. Thanks for your time to make this useful video.

@lapalooza 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, I got such hard times unclogging my bath, you sir saved my life.

@emiliegrace2567 4 жыл бұрын

Super helpful. Thank you so much for the demonstration and for explaining everything. :)

@PROSDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Emilie!

@motherearth7508 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Thank you!

@Luckey900 2 жыл бұрын

Thanksm, your a Great Instructor !

@AtomicQuotient 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video thank you

@christopherpierre816 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the help. It did the job. Very clear and simple,.. the way most people need it.

@anthonydelgrosso6518 3 жыл бұрын

Pat the Plumber, You just saved my damn morning. Where I live we all have issues with roots that have grown into everybody’s clean out. So every year or two we have to have a plumber come run the car through the pipe. My yard is way too nice and I’ll wait till it gets to the extreme before I try to dig up the pipe. Or I can have it lined. Either way you save my morning with that plastic bag with a rag in it trick. 5 seconds plunging and boom! Toothpaste cap and a bunch of my girls platinum hair 🤦🏻‍♂️🙄😂 thanks again 🤙🏻

@PROSDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Glad the video was helpful! Cheers!