How to Fix a Clogged Bathtub Drain

Remember that hair and soap are the most common culprit of clogging in the bathtub. So when the time comes, you can be ready to fix it using the appropriate method. Here are a number of methods that you can use if you think it is suited to solve your problem. Here are some ways to deal with clogged tub drains.

Drain Claw Method

• First thing that you need to do is to remove the strainer in which hair and soap usually accumulate. This located inside the drain that requires the use of a screwdriver.
• The stopper must also be removed wherein most bathtubs have stoppers not strainers. This is likewise found in the drain. But these do not have screws making it easier to remove.
• Try to check if there is gunk found around the stopper or strainer. Over time, gunk can build up and accumulate around it. So you need to clean it, particularly if there are other obstructions like hair and soap scum.
• Insert a drain stick to clear out dirt build up. It will bend once it reaches the drain trap. After which, try pulling it out to gather more gunk. It is possible that you gather more hair and soap that has caused the congestion.
• Try running down water in the drain to check if the solution was a success.
  Return the stopper or strainer to its original position and restore the screws using a screwdriver.