Clearing Your Clogged Plumbing Vent

Unfortunately, removing a plumbing vent clog requires that someone climb onto the roof. Keep in mind that this can be extremely dangerous, so the homeowner should use extra precautions to avoid personal injury if they are going to attempt a DIY removal. Don't climb on your roof if you don't have the appropriate safety equipment or if the roof tiles might be frozen or slick. Before performing the clog removal, you'll need to gather the necessary supplies: a flashlight, plumbers snake and garden hose. Use the light to look inside the vent for signs of the clog. If you can reach it with your hand, then try to take the blockage out. Be sure to wear gloves. If it's further down, you may need to use the garden hose. Place the hose down into the vent pipe, and have a friend or family member turn on the water from the yard. Listen for whirling sounds or signs of a backup. Sometimes the weight of the water itself will force the clog down into the drain line. If the clog is caused by frozen water, then you'll need to use a hot water safe hose and warm water to melt the ice.

Do You Have a Clogged Plumbing Vent? Call Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Youngstown

If you're uncomfortable performing the task on your own, are low on time or still experience problems afterward then it's advised that you call a professional plumber with experience removing vent clogs. Do you live in Youngstown, Poland, Liverpool, Boardman, Howland Corners, Girard, Austintown, Struthers, Warren, Champion, Niles, Ohio; Ellwood City or Hermitage, Pennsylvania? Then call Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Youngstown today to schedule an appointment with a certified, licensed and insured plumber in your neighborhood.