FlexiSnake DWPSK5A Drain Weasel Hair Clog Tool Starter Kit, 6Pc Set

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May be too much tool for occasional homeowner use; geared toward professional and frequent unclogging

If homeowners would rather not call a plumber for a costly visit, it’s important to have the right drain auger or snake. So take the time to properly consider the best drain snake for the home. Think about whether a manual or electric model would be best, and consider the type of drain snake head that would be most effective. Keep in mind these factors and the additional product features detailed below when shopping. Manual vs. Electric Instead of using a plunger to force water and air through the pipes, a drain snake is a physical tool that is fed into the drain. When the snake encounters a clog, it is rotated against the obstruction to break it up or grab the mass and pull it out. Q. What kind of snakes do plumbers use? Cameras are added to the end of the snake so that users can see everything in the drain and diagnose issues visually as opposed to going by “feel.” A camera will also help the user know if clogs are completely or just partially cleared. Power through recurring and difficult clogs with the Populo electric drain auger. This battery-powered drain snake uses a 25-foot reinforced flexible steel cable to clear clogs with ease. The cable can move through drains ranging from just ¾ inch to 2 inches in diameter, including sinks, toilets, and shower drains. To help shoppers choose and use the right drain snake, whether for a stopped-up toilet or a slow-moving sink, this guide shares tips on what to look for and rounds up the best drain snake options for effectiveness and ease of use.Typically, professional plumbers will have more than one snake. These include short toothed drain snakes for removing hair clogs, standard metal drain snakes that can take care of most nearby clogs, and powerful electric drain snakes that can reach 50 feet in length to banish clogs buried in the middle of the drain system. Q. How do you unclog a drain with a snake?

Drain cleaning kits come with a range of tools, cleaning products, and accessories to help get the job done. There are two different types of heads at the tip of a drain snake’s cable: cutting heads and coil or toothed heads. Some drain snakes allow for switching out the heads, but most have one fixed head.Bob Vila has been America’s Handyman since 1979. As the host of beloved and groundbreaking TV series including “This Old House” and “Bob Vila’s Home Again,” he popularized and became synonymous with “do-it-yourself” home improvement.