:

: Drain from the washer is clogged- probably too much dog hair and lint. The trap is a vertical canister - looks like cast iron- with a clean out on top with the 1.5 inch square. My house is from 1921, and for all I know it hasn't been touched since then. I tried liquid wrench and a 14 inch pipe wrench, but can't budge the thing. Does anyone have any tips before I get a 3' pipe section to help the wrench out? Would heat help? Thanks.
:

Reply:
You can try to heat the nut, it may help to remove it.
It sounds like you have a drum trap which should be replaced with a standard drain trap which is easier to snake and clean in the future.
Good Luck & Happy Holidays. e-plumber

• Re: Tips on opening old canister typer drain trap LonnythePlumber 21:03:15 12/25/03(0)