DIY Fix For a Blocked Drain or Gully Outside

Roger has a quick and straightforward fix for a blocked drain or gully, usually just outside your kitchen.

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Kitchen drains or gullies often get blocked due to the accumulation of substances commonly washed down the sink. Here are some of the common reasons for blockages:

Food Particles:
Tiny food particles, especially those that are fibrous or starchy, can stick to the pipes and eventually cause a blockage.

Grease and Oil:
Grease, fats, and oils solidify inside the pipes over time, creating a sticky surface that can trap other debris and gradually build up to a blockage.

Soap Scum:
Soap residues can combine with minerals in water to form a hard residue (soap scum) that can clog pipes.

Foreign Objects:
Sometimes, objects that shouldn't be in the drain (like utensils, small toys, etc.) can accidentally fall in and cause a blockage.

If you don't fancy Roger's method of unblocking a kitchen drain, you can try several methods:

Boiling Water:
Pouring boiling water down the drain can sometimes dissolve or loosen a grease blockage.

Plunger:
A plunger can be used to create pressure that dislodges the blockage.

Baking Soda and Vinegar:
Pour half a cup of baking soda and half a cup of vinegar down the drain. Cover the drain and let the mixture sit for an hour, then flush with hot water.

Plumbing Snake or Auger:
A plumbing snake can physically remove blockages that are deeper in the pipe.

Chemical Cleaners:
Commercial drain cleaners can dissolve blockages, but they should be used cautiously as they can be harsh on pipes and the environment.

Professional Help:
If the blockage is severe or you cannot clear it, it's best to call a professional plumber.

It's also essential to prevent future blockages by being mindful of what goes down the drain, avoiding pouring grease or oil down the sink, and regularly cleaning the drain with baking soda and vinegar.

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[DannyDangerOz]

I love the obvious satisfaction you got from the unblocking :)

[mikeyc]

I usually put down some soda crystals and some boiling water if the gulley is from a dishwasher or sink, helps clean out any fat. Love the mop idea.

[JamesCullen-pirs]

After trying to push rods down for ages and almost giving up I did this and it literally worked straight away! Top man👍

[jonsstuff]

Lovely sunny Saturday afternoon…and then a back yard of putrid stinking drain water. Rushed to Screwfix to get a fancy gadget as back up but tried this bag(and old t-shirt for bulk) gaffer taped on £2 Poundland mop first and worked a treat, so many thanks 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[gabrielzachariah]

i dont even want to know how much time and money you have just saved me, good man. liked and subscribed.

[ownyourworld]

Every drain clearing job I get is so satisfying.

[gdfggggg]

I’ve got a 50 odd year old wooden stick with a circular rubber plunger on the end that my dad passed on to me. It cost me nothing, yet has unblocked many a crapper after the wife has unloaded. Cheers pops.

[jayseabie]

There are 2 types of people in this world, those who would tackle jobs like this and those who simply won't.

[MarkSmith-luly]

Who would have thought watching Roger with a mop clearing out a blocked drain would be so satisfying. 👍

[MultiMan]

Just tried this, took a few minutes of pumping up and down, then suddenly the drain cleared ! Brilliant. Thanks for posting this tip.😊😊😊

[jodiel]

Amazing—effective yet simple. This video saved us thousands in drain blockage removal. Thank you for this amazing tool. We used PVC, cloth wrapped in plastic and nylon cord.

[ntbarber]

Worked like a charm. Such a satisfying sound when the blockage went. Berrrluppp!!!

[Sapphire-the-Cat]

Good on you Rog! these DIY tips are probably the best type of Christmas present in this cost of living crisis!

[peterbyrne]

This worked brilliantly after about 30mins of worry. 🤩

[grigordimitrov]

This worked! Thank you so much for the video!

I tried once with rubber plunger but it didn’t work. Then I saw this video and I tried again. It worked this time!

Don’t give up. May the hydrologic power be with you!

[LazyRoss]

Just tried this myself. Worked like a treat. Had to improvise as didn't have a mop.

Tied an old t-shirt in the handle end of a broom. Tied a bag round it and boom.
Job done.

Thank you for the pro advice Mr. Plumber man.

[ShowRyuKen]

Thanks for this tip! I've just unblocked my gully with your method and it worked a treat. Thanks Roger, you've really helped me out!

[MarkUKInsects]

I have used the mop, but adding that plastic bag looks like a great upgrade

[gearldstapleton]

Fair play Rodger, helped me out no end, was just going to call the professionals in ya saved me a few quid!!!

[MarthaSparrow]

This is the most useful video on youtube 😂Thank you so much!You have saved my life!