Keep in mind that clearing a main line stoppage is not an easy task. It may be easier to call a professional plumber in this situation. Consider calling around to compare the price of renting the machine, plus your time, versus hiring a plumber. If you don’t have a sewer clean out it is not advisable for you to rent the machine and clear the stoppage yourself. If you do have a clean out the following instructions will help you use a rental machine to clear the stoppage.

How to Properly Snake a Sewer Drain