And if the snake comes back clean, the water still stands, or the pipe is old and fragile? That’s the moment to call a plumber. But for most outside kitchen drain blockages, you’ve got this. Just follow Sarah’s lead—and keep a pair of rubber gloves handy.
Start by identifying where the backup begins. If water is rising in the gully (the outdoor trap where your kitchen waste pipe exits), the blockage is likely between that gully and the first manhole. Lift the drain cover using a flat-head screwdriver to inspect for visible obstructions.
A set of jointed, flexible rods used to reach and break up deep blockages.
By following these steps, you should be able to unblock your kitchen drain outside. Remember to be patient and cautious when working with plumbing systems.
And if the snake comes back clean, the water still stands, or the pipe is old and fragile? That’s the moment to call a plumber. But for most outside kitchen drain blockages, you’ve got this. Just follow Sarah’s lead—and keep a pair of rubber gloves handy.
Start by identifying where the backup begins. If water is rising in the gully (the outdoor trap where your kitchen waste pipe exits), the blockage is likely between that gully and the first manhole. Lift the drain cover using a flat-head screwdriver to inspect for visible obstructions.
A set of jointed, flexible rods used to reach and break up deep blockages.
By following these steps, you should be able to unblock your kitchen drain outside. Remember to be patient and cautious when working with plumbing systems.
