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I have an in-wall A/C unit with a clogged drain pipe..what is best way to clear?
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:50 am
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:50 am
I have searched the internet and it seems like getting a shop vac and sucking the clog from the end of the pipe is a common way to clear it, but I don't own a shop vac.
I can see the drain hole and have enough access to run a snake through it...do they sell "snakes" at the local hardware store or Home Depot? or is this something I need to pay a plumber to do?
The drain pipe is one of those that goes down and then bends back up (like you see in a sink).
Thoughts?
I can see the drain hole and have enough access to run a snake through it...do they sell "snakes" at the local hardware store or Home Depot? or is this something I need to pay a plumber to do?
The drain pipe is one of those that goes down and then bends back up (like you see in a sink).
Thoughts?
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Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:50 am to Chicken
PVC pipe works well.
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:51 am to Chicken
35' Sewer Snake (buy at local hardware store)
Air Compressor
Air Compressor
This post was edited on 3/24/15 at 10:51 am
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:51 am to Chicken
snake it or high pressure air
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:51 am to Chicken
Snake it. Many options at HD or Lowes.
After that, pour a cup of bleach down the pipe twice a year. Will kill the mold buildup.
ETA: And buy a damn shop vac while you're there!!
After that, pour a cup of bleach down the pipe twice a year. Will kill the mold buildup.
ETA: And buy a damn shop vac while you're there!!
This post was edited on 3/24/15 at 10:53 am
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:52 am to Chicken
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I have an in-wall A/C unit
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but I don't own a shop vac.
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or is this something I need to pay a plumber to do?
Poor, IMO.
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:52 am to Chicken
I use a garden hose with high pressure handle
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pour a cup of bleach down the pipe twice a year. Will kill the mold buildup.
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:52 am to VeniVidiVici
Pour a little bleach in one end, and suck it out with a shop vac.
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:53 am to Tuscaloosa
I said in-wall, not in-window
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:53 am to Tuscaloosa
Seriously. The owner of this site doesn't have central air?
And every man should have a shop vac in the garage.
Get a shop vac. It'll come in handy again.
And every man should have a shop vac in the garage.
Get a shop vac. It'll come in handy again.
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:55 am to genro
quote:alas, I am just a commoner...
The owner of this site doesn't have central air?
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:56 am to genro
People aren't clicking ad's these days.
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:56 am to Chicken
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:58 am to Chicken
I unclog with my shop vac. Would be cheaper to just go buy a $30 shop vac at Harbor Freight or Home Depot than hire a plumber IMO.
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:58 am to Chicken
I will bet its just algea clogging the pipe and pouring bleach in it will clear it up. I doubt you'll need any pressure or suction to clear it.
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:59 am to Chicken
quote:
do they sell "snakes" at the local hardware store or Home Depot?
Yes, it is probably a good idea to go ahead and invest in one as it is a lot less expensive than a plumber
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:59 am to Chicken
You can get a cheap snake at harbor freight if you go that route
Posted on 3/24/15 at 10:59 am to Chicken
quote:
do they sell "snakes" at the local hardware store or Home Depot?
Yes they do and this is an option.
First, pour a cup of bleach down the drain line. If it does not clear the clog in an hour, then use the snake.
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The drain pipe is one of those that goes down and then bends back up (like you see in a sink).
That keeps the smells from returning back thru the pipe and into the house
Posted on 3/24/15 at 11:00 am to Chicken
Just tear the house down and start over, Chicken
You can find Snakes at most hardware stores..I'd go that route. It's easier and less expensive than a shop vac
You can find Snakes at most hardware stores..I'd go that route. It's easier and less expensive than a shop vac
Posted on 3/24/15 at 11:00 am to Boudreaux35
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I will bet its just algea clogging the pipe and pouring bleach in it will clear it up. I doubt you'll need any pressure or suction to clear it.
BINGO!
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