## How to Remove Clogs from Kitchen Sink
A clogged kitchen sink is a common plumbing problem that can be easily fixed with a few simple steps. Here are the steps on how to remove clogs from kitchen sink:
### Step 1: Gather the necessary tools
– Plunger
– Drain snake
– Baking soda
– Vinegar
– Boiling water
### Step 2: Identify the type of clog
There are two types of clogs that can occur in a kitchen sink:
1. Soft clogs: These clogs are caused by a build-up of food waste, grease, and hair. They are usually located in the P-trap under the sink.
2. Hard clogs: These clogs are caused by a build-up of minerals and other hard materials. They are usually located in the drainpipe.
### Step 3: Remove the soft clog
If the clog is soft, you can try to remove it using a plunger or a drain snake.
1. Plunger: To use a plunger, place the plunger over the drain and push and pull it up and down vigorously. This will create a suction that will help to dislodge the clog.
2. Drain snake: If a plunger does not work, you can try using a drain snake. A drain snake is a long, flexible wire that can be inserted into the drainpipe to break up the clog.
### Step 4: Remove the hard clog
If the clog is hard, you can try to remove it using baking soda and vinegar.
1. Baking soda: Pour 1 cup of baking soda down the drain.
2. Vinegar: Pour 1 cup of vinegar down the drain.
3. Wait 15 minutes: Allow the baking soda and vinegar to sit in the drain for 15 minutes.
4. Flush with boiling water: Pour boiling water down the drain to flush out the clog.
### Step 5: Prevent future clogs
To prevent future clogs, it is important to:
1. Dispose of food waste properly: Do not pour food waste down the drain. Instead, dispose of it in the trash.
2. Clean the drain regularly: Use a drain cleaner or a vinegar and baking soda solution to clean the drain regularly.
3. Install a drain strainer: A drain strainer will help to catch food waste and other debris before it can clog the drain.
## Additional tips
– If you are unable to remove the clog yourself, you can call a plumber for assistance.
– It is important to wear gloves when working on a clogged drain.
– Do not use chemical drain cleaners, as they can damage your pipes.
