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David Hansen

On 6 Nov 2006 07:25:27 -0800 someone who may be
wrote this:-

The basin in our bathroom has not been draining well over the last
week. I've tried shifting it with a flexible metal rod. Also used
caustic soda which didn't work. The blockage is not in the trap, but
must be further along the pipe.

It is probably hair caught on a joint.

Any suggestions on what I do with this now?

Assuming the other suggestions don't work:

1) Siphon out as much as possible.

2) Dismantle the pipework until you find the obstruction.

3) Next time take action when the signs first appear.

4) If the waste involves a long convoluted run, consider a redesign.

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David Hansen, Edinburgh
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