Kitchen Sink Drain Plumbing With Dishwasher

## Kitchen Sink Drain Plumbing With Dishwasher

The kitchen sink is one of the most important fixtures in your home. It's where you wash dishes, prepare food, and clean up after meals. If your kitchen sink drain is clogged, it can be a major inconvenience. In this article, we'll show you how to clear a clogged kitchen sink drain with a dishwasher.

### Materials you'll need: - A bucket or bowl - A plunger - A drain snake - A pair of pliers - A flashlight ### Step 1: Remove the standing water

Before you can start unclogging the drain, you need to remove the standing water. Use a bucket or bowl to scoop out as much water as you can.

### Step 2: Try plunging the drain

The first step in unclogging a drain is to try plunging it. Fill the sink with a few inches of water and then place the plunger over the drain. Push and pull the plunger up and down vigorously for a few minutes. If the clog is minor, this should be enough to clear it.

### Step 3: Use a drain snake

If plunging doesn't work, you can try using a drain snake. A drain snake is a long, flexible cable with a hook on the end. Insert the snake into the drain and turn the handle to feed the snake down the drain. When you feel the hook catch on the clog, pull it back up to remove the clog.

### Step 4: Check the dishwasher drain hose

If you've tried plunging and using a drain snake and the drain is still clogged, the problem may be with the dishwasher drain hose. The dishwasher drain hose is the hose that connects the dishwasher to the drainpipe. Over time, the drain hose can become clogged with food debris and grease. To check the dishwasher drain hose, disconnect it from the dishwasher and the drainpipe. Then, use a flashlight to look inside the hose. If you see any clogs, use a pair of pliers to remove them.

### Step 5: Call a plumber

If you've tried all of the above steps and the drain is still clogged, you may need to call a plumber. A plumber can use a more powerful drain snake or hydro-jetting to clear the clog.

### Tips for preventing future clogs

Here are a few tips for preventing future clogs in your kitchen sink drain:

- Don't pour grease or oil down the drain. Grease and oil can coat the inside of the drainpipe and cause clogs. - Don't put food scraps down the drain. Food scraps can rot and clog the drainpipe. - Use a drain strainer to catch food scraps and other debris. - Run hot water down the drain regularly to help keep it clear.