Clear Congested Pipes With Drain Openers
Clogged drains aren’t just a nuisance. They can also cause serious problems, including odors in the home, poor water quality, leaky pipes and more. Whether you have clogged pipes in the kitchen, in the bathroom or elsewhere, you should take care of the issue immediately to avoid unnecessary damage.
At Lowe’s, we offer many kinds of drain decloggers — including an array of powerful chemical cleaners, as well as drain-cleaning bladders and drain snakes. Unlike chemical clog removers that dissolve clogs, drain openers like augers use physics or force to remove congestion or obstructions.
You’ll want to choose the right drain cleaner tool to tackle the job, depending on the issue at hand. For example, a drain stick can be a good choice for hair-related clogs. This stick goes right into your drain and uses a rotating handle so that hair attaches and wraps around it for easy removal.
Many drain hair removers — such as hand augers — are as long as 40 feet. These augers, also known as hand snakes or drain cleaner snakes, feature a puncturing tip to collect debris as you gently reel it upward. For more specifics on how to remove clogs with these and other devices, check out our extensive guide, called Unclog a Sink, Shower or Tub Drain.
More complicated problems call for devices like drain bladders. A drain bladder uses water from a connected hose to force debris through your system. This technique works especially well for P-traps. Check out more types of drain openers by reading our Drain Cleaner and Drain Opener Buying Guide.
