How to fix a clogged kitchen garbage disposal today s homeowner watch this video to find out how to easily repair and clean a clogged or jammed kitchen sink garbage disposal using a hex wrench baking soda and vinegar.
Kitchen sink clogged disposal works.
Inspect the garbage disposal.
Use an auger on the trap and wall pipe.
Go beneath the sink and locate the dishwasher drain.
Oftentimes a sink can be unclogged using a plunger or baking soda and white vinegar.
After removing standing water from the sink pour about cup of table salt down the drain before you pour in the boiling water.
Take measures to prevent clogs.
If the disposal has overheated you may need to flip the switch found on the side or bottom of the unit underneath the sink.
For a good seal with the right plunger you ll need at least three or four inches of water on the clogged side so if necessary run the sink until the water reaches that level.
Dissolve clog with a baking soda mixture.
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Then inspect it to make sure it s running correctly.
Allow it to fizz in the drain for a few minutes before washing it out using very hot water from the faucet.
Salt and boiling water.
Allow water to run for a few minutes to clear the clog.
Never work on a drain where the garbage disposal has power.
Turn the disposal on and check to see if the drain runs clear and the disposal works.
A clogged disposal can stop up the drain so run the disposal to see if that clears the clog.
Use a wet dry vacuum to clear the sink.
Before trying to unclog it always switch off the garbage disposal s power source for safety purposes.
If your garbage disposal sink is clogged there are several ways you can try to fix it without having to call a plumber.
Plunge the kitchen sink.
Use boiling water to dislodge the sink clog.