Ideally, you would use a plumber’s snake (a flexible cable with an auger on one end), which is pushed down the drain to clear or collect the blockages.

On average, costs for a plumber to snake a drain range from $125 to $360, depending on the clog severity and the type of drain cleaned. More tough clogs can cost over $500 to $800 to snake a main ...

There are alternatives to the plumber’s snake for persistent clogs.

Rebecca Senyard, 35 from Queensland, also known as the Plumbette, urged people to call snake catchers and not plumbers if they spot a snake in their bathroom.

Did a Plumber Find a Giant Snake While Investigating a Clog? One seemingly oversized serpent seems to be making its way around the U.S. for identical poses.