Kolter Homeowner Guide

2. Unscrew the slip nuts that connect the trap to the rest of the drain.

HOME TIP: Plumber’s snakes are available for rent or purchase at home goods stores. Whether inserting or removing the snake, turn the handle in the same direction so anything attached to the end of the snake doesn’t come off.

SERVICE TIP: Call a plumber if you’re unable to unclog a blocked drain.

Faucets

With proper care, your faucets will retain their look and function for years.

Plumbing fixtures with moving parts, like faucets, more than likely will require more maintenance and repair than fixtures without moving parts. And the more you use them, the more frequently they’ll need repair. Faucet aerators The purpose of faucet aerators is to add air to water when it emerges from the faucet. They increase water conservation and reduce splashing. But sediment can build up on the screens inside the faucet and reduce water pressure. In all likelihood, keeping the aerator clean will be your most common faucet- maintenance task. Care and maintenance Follow these tips for maintaining the faucets in your home.

3. Take off the trap. Dislodge what’s causing the block with a piece of wire or plumber’s snake.

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