Why Your Drain is Gurgling

Why Your Drain is Gurgling

And What to do About it

Is the problem coming from one drain inside the house?

You need to know if the problem is an isolated case. Chances are that if gurgling is coming from all the drains inside your house, the problem is external.

Is the problem coming from one drain inside the house?

Your neighbor could probably be experiencing the same thing. If the bathroom drain is the only one making this sound, you know where the problem lies.

Clear the vent and the drainage pipe

If you have the required gear to clear the vent at home, feel free to continue to the second step. If not, here is where a professional may come in.

Clear the vent and the drainage pipe

In most cases, clearing the drainage pipe is not a tough task. It is just messy and may take time.

Clear the vent and the drainage pipe

Remove the grate at the bottom of the sink and insert a drain auger to remove debris that may have accumulated inside the drainage pipe.

Clear the vent and the drainage pipe

A drain auger is a long, flexible, metal coil that snakes its way inside the drainage pipe and removes any debris that may have been lodged in there.

Check if the P-trap is damaged

If the P-trap is damaged, it can create a vacuum or cause the water to drain slowly. The P-trap is an essential design element in the drainage pipe in that it prevents sewer gases from coming back into your house by creating a water seal.

Check if the P-trap is damaged

You can tell if the p-trap is damaged if you sniff bad odors after flushing water from the drain. The p-trap is located underneath the kitchen sink. 

Check if the P-trap is damaged

If you cannot find yours, there is a chance it is underground and you may have to contact a professional.

Call a Professional plumber

When you have tried everything to no avail, perhaps the best approach would be to call a professional. These professionals have the right tools, experience, and knowledge of how to deal with such issues.

Call a Professional plumber

It is also good to call them if you feel that you may make a mistake and cause more damage to the plumbing system. 

Call a Professional plumber

They will also offer you tips and advice on how to avoid such a problem from occurring again in your home in the future.

Why Your Drain is Gurgling

Why Your Drain is Gurgling

And What to do About it