How To Snake A | Washing Machine Drain

: You will likely hit resistance about 2–3 feet down—this is usually the P-trap. Continue to rotate the handle and push until you clear the bend.

: Carefully remove the washing machine drain hose from the standpipe (the pipe sticking out of the wall or floor). how to snake a washing machine drain

: Unplug the washer and move it to access the standpipe. Place towels and a bucket underneath to catch any spilling water. : You will likely hit resistance about 2–3

Most washing machines drain into a vertical pipe known as a . : Unplug the washer and move it to access the standpipe

Slowly pull the snake back out while continuing to rotate the handle. This helps wrap the debris around the snake’s coil. Have a trash bag ready – the gunk will be slimy and smelly. Wipe the snake clean as it comes out.