A drain snake, or auger, is the tool that clears clogs a plunger cannot, and they come in several types. The right one depends on the drain and how far down the clog is.
The hand snake
A small hand-crank snake handles sink and tub clogs near the fixture, and it is the DIY-friendly option.
The drum snake
A drum auger holds a longer cable and reaches further into branch lines, and it can be powered or manual.
The toilet auger
A closet auger has a bent tube that protects the toilet while it clears the trap, and it is the right tool for a toilet clog.
The big machine
Main sewer lines need a professional machine with a cutter head, and it is not a DIY tool. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older buildings have aging supply and drain lines In Utica, a pro brings the right size for the line.
The match
A sink snake is not a sewer machine, and using the wrong size wastes time or damages the line. Match the cable to the drain and the distance.
The call
Match the tool to the drain. Call 888-217-3585 and Utica Plumber Connect will match you with a Utica pro.
Plumbing in Utica: what to know
In Utica, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older buildings have aging supply and drain lines. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Oneida County — from Ilion, Herkimer and Rome to ZIP codes like 13501, 13495, 13417 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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