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Learn About Plumbing Vents

A great place that you can get plumbing information is from the library. The library has so many books that can walk you through the steps of your plumbing job so that you can be sure that you are doing it right. Another place is this article about plumbing vents.

Drains draining slowly? Seems to take forever for that water to make it out of the sink? You are describing the symptoms of clogged plumbing vents. Vents can become clogged if they aren't situated well and they can become plugged with debris. Here's how to clear those clogged vents.

1. Get yourself an extension ladder and a roof ladder

2. Set the ladder up so that you can gain access to the vent, usually located on the room. Not sure what you are looking for? The vent is usually a 3 or 4 inch diameter metal or plastic pipe that sits about a foot above the roof. It is commonly found near the bathroom area.

3. Get your roof ladder in place so you can work by the vent. This is a very safe way to work on your vent. Make sure you bring a good flashlight with you.

4. Take your flashlight and shine it down the vent pipe looking for debris that could be clogging the vent.

5. If you see debris plugging the vent there are a few ways to resolve your problem. You can use your garden hose. Bring it up onto the roof....

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