Roof Drain Vent Clogged

Sometimes a clogged vent will require a professional plumber to open up the walls of your home to get a good look at your drainage system.

Roof drain vent clogged.

The vents admit air to replace the vacuum of rushing water and when they are. And on homes that do not have a main drain cleanout accessing a clogged main drain through the roof vent could be your best option. Feed your auger down the pipe. Bird s nests debris and rodents are all known culprits for clogging vent pipes.

If you can t see the clog grab your drain auger. Start twisting your auger cable around to grab hold of the clog and any other gunk that is in the vent pipe. Wind your auger cable back out of your vent. Slow draining and gurgling plumbing fixtures could be a sign of a clogged roof vent.

When you feel the auger cable stop you ve hit your clog.