How to Unclog a Utility Sink

In-Depth on Clearing Clogged Laundry Sinks

Learn to unclog sinks in the garage and laundry room

These utility sinks are frequently abused, and can become clogged by dirt, lint, sawdust, or just about anything. Luckily, with the proper tools, this clogged sink problem is easily solved.
Learn all about it at UncloggingDrains101.com.

Often the drain will be narrow with a screen to catch debris. If this area has been cleared, but the drain remains slow or stopped, then a clog has formed in the U-trap or even farther down the pipes. In these cases a plunger or handheld drain auger is the proper tool for the job, but some clogs can be cleared without the need for either.