How To Remove A Bathtub Drain

How to Remove a Bathtub Drain

Bathtub drains can become clogged over time with hair, soap scum, and other debris. If you find that your bathtub is draining slowly or not at all, you may need to remove the drain to clean it. Here are the steps on how to remove a bathtub drain: 1.

Gather Your Tools and Materials

Before you begin, you will need to gather the following tools and materials: * A bucket * A flashlight * A screwdriver * A pair of pliers * A putty knife * A new bathtub drain (if necessary) 2.

Turn Off the Water Supply

The first step is to turn off the water supply to the bathtub. You can do this by closing the valve under the sink or by turning off the main water supply to your home. 3.

Remove the Drain Cover

Once the water is turned off, you can remove the drain cover. The drain cover is usually held in place by a few screws. Use the screwdriver to remove the screws and then lift the drain cover off. 4.

Remove the Drain Strainer

Once the drain cover is removed, you will see the drain strainer. The drain strainer is a perforated metal disk that sits in the drain opening. Use the pliers to grip the drain strainer and pull it out of the drain. 5.

Clean the Drain Strainer

Once the drain strainer is removed, you can clean it. Use a putty knife to scrape off any hair, soap scum, or other debris that is stuck to the strainer. You can also soak the strainer in a solution of vinegar and water to help dissolve any buildup. 6.

Remove the Drain Body

Once the drain strainer is clean, you can remove the drain body. The drain body is the metal cylinder that is connected to the drain strainer. Use the screwdriver to remove the screws that hold the drain body in place and then lift the drain body out of the drain. 7.

Clean the Drain Body

Once the drain body is removed, you can clean it. Use a putty knife to scrape off any hair, soap scum, or other debris that is stuck to the drain body. You can also soak the drain body in a solution of vinegar and water to help dissolve any buildup. 8.

Install the New Drain Body (if Necessary)

If the drain body is damaged or corroded, you will need to install a new one. To do this, simply insert the new drain body into the drain opening and tighten the screws that hold it in place. 9.

Reinstall the Drain Strainer

Once the drain body is installed, you can reinstall the drain strainer. To do this, simply insert the drain strainer into the drain opening and push it down until it is flush with the drain body. 10.

Reinstall the Drain Cover

Finally, you can reinstall the drain cover. To do this, simply place the drain cover over the drain opening and tighten the screws that hold it in place. 11.

Turn On the Water Supply

Once the drain is reassembled, you can turn on the water supply to the bathtub. Check for any leaks around the drain. If you see any leaks, tighten the screws that hold the drain in place until the leaks stop.