Washing machine clogging drains despite filter
We are renters and we were told that we could install a washing machine in
the basement, where it drains into a large sink. We use lint filters over
the washer hose, as well as sink strainers in the drains of the sink. We
clean out the strainers every single time we do a load of laundry.
/> However, every few months, the drain in the main sink clogs and
water goes all over the floor. The landlady has had to call a plumber to
snake the drains a few times. She seems to think we're being careless about cleaning out the drains (and she seems to think we're putting food down the drains, despite two strainers on our kitchen sink). put vinegar and baking soda down the drain (we are told not to use Drano), or will that just be useless? We have tried adding old pantyhose to the hose filter but it just ends up impeding the flow of water from the hose. Also, has this happened to anyone else?
I will guess the snaking isn't really clearing the drain out
thoroughly, but is opening it just enough for water to flow. A little
buildup & it is clogged again. If you're using lint filters there is not
much else you can do on the washing machine. If you have a garbage
disposal on ur kitchen sink, stop using it because all those little
particles add to the drain clog problem. It is good you're using the
strainers on the kitchen sink - just put all food waste in the trash if you aren't already. Finally, if this is happening repeatedly & you're renting, I'd recommend getting a strong (not Drano) drain cleaner chemical & use it monthly as a preventive measure. These usually aren't so good at clearing major clogs, but they can help prevent clogs if you use them ahead of time in a drain that is known to be susceptible.
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