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| Black sludge in washer drain pipe |
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| Author:tat2dkajun(SC) We snaked the pipe and all black sludge came out! What is it? |
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| Re: Black sludge in washer drain pipe |
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| Author:packy(MA) probably soap scum.. |
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| Author:SMSPlumbing(MD) I agree with packy. Start using a natural enzyme product. Bio Clean is a good product. It is not an instant fix, but over time will open them up. |
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| Author:hj(AZ) Probably the same stuff that is in most drain pipes. |
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| Author:HytechPlumber(LA) Depending on the layout of the home the utility room and the kitchen sink are often caught on the same branch line before connecting to the main sewer. Utility rooms and kitchens are often located somewhat "near" each other and we all know hoe nasty looking the kitchen sewer line can get. .... .. X ............. Good Luck ....... |
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| Re: Black sludge in washer drain pipe |
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| Author:LemonPlumber(FL) Indicates a slow or blocked drain.have it cleared by a plumber with a snake to be sure it is properly done to begin with. |
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| Re: Black sludge in washer drain pipe |
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| Author:philly(PA) I have seen quite a few of these to which we call "Muckers" you need to work a drain machine along with a garden hose to move the sludge further down stream. Sometimes Its not easy I have worked on a kitcken sink for 3 hours |
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