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    Feb 29, 2008, 06:37 AM
    Slow draining bathroom sink
    Hello,

    I have had a problem with my bathroom sink draining slowly for a long time. I just recenlty put in a new vanity and sink and changed the trap but I only ran a small electrician snake down the copper pipe to stack. I was wondering maybe I shoud use a bigger snake. My toilet and tub drain fine.
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    Feb 29, 2008, 09:10 AM
    If you replaced the trap and lateral pipe most clogs should be gone completely. If your drain still runs slow then you need a 1/4" or even a 1/2" snake. The clog is in the first 4-6 feet.
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    Mar 1, 2008, 06:11 PM
    Thanks for the advice I used a larger snake and the sink drains great can run water all day and no backup.

    Thanks
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    Mar 2, 2008, 08:19 PM
    Glad I could help you out Otis. Come back any time.

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