Clearing a clogged toilet occurs almost all over the globe every single day. While traveling, you may even come across a clogged toilet! I have been a master plumber for nearly 27 years of age and know exactly how to clear any clogged toilets with nothing but a few buckets of water! I have been employed by local council services and private companies in the past and have used these methods myself many times. Here are some tips on how to clear any clogged toilets yourself.
Before beginning, ensure that your toilet is fully drained and flushed to drain any solids and bacteria that may have built up within it. If your toilet remains clogged after this process, the best course of action is to consult Plumber. The first tool that a plumber will likely use to clear any clog is a plumbing auger. Plumbers use augers for many things, but here are just a few: To clear pipes under the sink to prevent unpleasant odors, and to reach those difficult to reach places If your toilet is not clogged, the first tool that you will be used to flush it out is the plunger.
For clogged toilets, the first thing you will want to try is flushing them with water. Many people find that this is the easiest way to clear it, but it is not the recommended way because it can damage the lining. You should not push the plunger until all the water has gone. Let the plunger run until it comes out of the toilet. This may take some time, depending on the size of the clog. The longer you go with the flushing, the better chance you have to dislodge the clog.
Some clogged toilets will not be easy to flush at all. In these cases, you will need to seek professional plumbing help. If you are dealing with a toilet that just won’t flush on its own, the best thing to try is using water and a very hard water solution. Most hardware stores carry this supply. After rinsing your hands with the hard water, wipe down the inside of the toilet.
If these methods do not work, the next step is to consider the most obvious solution – buying some toilet paper. There are several types of clogged toilets that will cause toilet paper to become useless. These include: Anything with a lot of hair attached to it clogs easily, so this is an easy one to clear.
If the plunger does not unclog the clogged toilet, it may be necessary to consult a family handyman. A plumber can clear a clogged toilet by using an auger or snake, but these devices can be dangerous if handled improperly. Using an unclogging tool, however, is safe. To use a household tool as a plumbing aid, you should know how to use it properly.
Once you have determined that your toilet needs professional plumbing help, start by removing the drain trap from the wall behind the toilet. This is usually mounted to the floor directly under the sink. You will need to find the trap and remove it while keeping a careful watch to avoid further clogs. Once it is free from the pipes, remove the rubber washers and replace them with new ones. This should be enough to clean most clogged toilets, although you will need to clean the insides of the pipes eventually.
Once you have cleared the clogged toilets, turn the power back on in the toilet and flush again. This should take care of the problem. If the hard water is still clogging up the pipes, you will need to check the water lines and flushing mechanisms. If the pipes are dirty, it could mean that there are some mineral build-up and rust inside the pipe that causes the clog. In this case, the only solution would be to call a plumber. Cleaning your clogged toilets regularly should avoid future problems.