Do plumbing snakes actually fix clogged drains?

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  1. Yes, plumbing snakes (or drain snakes) do work — and they’re often very effective for fixing clogged drains.

    🔧 How They Work:
    A plumbing snake is a long, flexible metal cable with a coiled end that you manually (or with a motor) push into a drain to break up, pull out, or dislodge the clog.

    ✅ When a Drain Snake Works Well:
    Hair clogs in bathroom sinks or tubs

    Food or grease buildup in kitchen drains

    Toilet clogs that a plunger can’t handle

    Minor tree root intrusion (with special auger heads)

    ❌ When It Might Not Work:
    For major sewer line blockages — these usually need a plumber with a motorized auger or hydro-jet.

    If the pipes are damaged or collapsed

    For chemical blockages (like hardened grease that needs flushing, not snaking)

    🛠️ Tip:
    If you’re trying it yourself, go slowly and wear gloves. Don't force it — you could damage older or plastic pipes.

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