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    fantail2000 Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Feb 19, 2008, 05:30 PM
    Bubbles in toilet ans slw to drain
    I have been having problems with the toilet bubbling when the washer or tub drains.The kitchen sink also fills when the washer drains.Can someone please help! The tub also drains slow.
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    Feb 19, 2008, 07:52 PM
    You have a dandy clog in the sewer line somewhere. Try plunging the sink and toilet to unseat this clog. If that doesn't work you might try a plumbing snake and see if that helps. Try and figure out the first drain on the line and snake that drain.
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    Feb 20, 2008, 10:09 AM
    Thank you Twinkle
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    Feb 20, 2008, 10:38 AM
    Plunging will not work in this scenario. The clog is not in the washer or the tubs, its downstream past the toilet. A toilet auger will reach about 4' so its worth a try but a longer 1/2" rod may be need starting at the nearest dry access or clean out. You can also rod down your vent stack from the roof.
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