The kitchen sink clogs with the grease and the food over time. The plunger and the trap clean clear most clogs.
The plunger
A plunger on the sink clears the shallow clogs. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters In Hobbs, the plunger is the first.
The trap
The P-trap under the sink catches the debris and the grease. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters In Hobbs, the trap is the spot.
The bucket
Put the bucket under the trap before you open it. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters In Hobbs, the bucket is the catch.
The clean
Empty the trap into the bucket and the rinse it out. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters In Hobbs, the clean is the fix.
The snake
A drain snake reaches the clog deeper in the line. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters In Hobbs, the snake is the next.
The habit
Keep the grease out of the sink to prevent the clogs. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters In Hobbs, the habit is the guard.
The call
Sink still clogged? Call 888-217-3585 and Hobbs Plumbing Experts will match you with a Hobbs pro for the clear.
Plumbing in Hobbs: what to know
In Hobbs, hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Lea County — from Lovington, Seminole and Andrews to ZIP codes like 88244, 88242, 88265 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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