Some Information about Plumbing and Plumbing tools
A plunger (British English: plumber's helper)is a common device used to release stoppages in plumbing. It consists of a rubber cup with an attached stick, usually made of wood. The cup is pushed down against the drain, and either pressed hard into the drain to force air in, or is pushed down until the rubber cup is flattened, then pulled out, causing a vacuum. The intent is to loosen or break up a clog, excessive material, or other blockage in a sink, toilet, bathtub, shower, etc. When a plunger is ineffective, it is often supplemented by chemical drain opener, the use of a plumber's snake, or, if necessary, a plumber will be called at significant expense.
Some Plumbing DOs and DON'Ts
DO - Spray disinfectant cleaner into overflow.
DO - If bath tub is slow draining and has the lever at overflow
for stopper, remove bolts, and pull wire, lift lever out and
clean hair from wire.
DO - Oil parts in toilet tank that are above the water level,
handle and ballcock valve.
