Look for a white or black pipe cap with a square nut on top, usually near your foundation, in the basement, or outside leading to the street. If you don’t have a cleanout, you’ll need to remove a toilet and snake through the flange.
When in doubt, snake it out. When scared, call the pro. Have you ever tackled a main line clog? Share your war story in the comments below! how do you unclog a sewer pipe
Few things strike fear into a homeowner’s heart like a real sewer line clog. You know the signs: the toilet gurgles when you run the sink, water backs up into the shower when you start the washing machine, or—worst of all—sewage is seeping up through a floor drain. Look for a white or black pipe cap