Want to know how to unblock a toilet? Well, let us provide some best and real tips to do it.
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Looking for tips that how to unblock a toilet?
Unblocking a toilet can be done using various methods. Here are some steps to try:
1. Use a Plunger
Place the Plunger: Ensure you have a plunger with a flange. Place it over the toilet drain hole, ensuring a good seal.
Plunge: Push down and pull up vigorously, maintaining the seal. Do this for 15-20 seconds.
Check: Flush the toilet to see if the blockage is cleared.
2. Use a Toilet Auger (Plumber’s Snake)
Insert the Auger: Insert the end of the auger into the toilet drain.
Crank the Handle: Turn the handle to extend the auger into the drain.
Break up the Clog: Continue cranking until you feel resistance, then work the auger to break up or grab the clog.
Remove the Auger: Pull the auger out and flush the toilet.
3. Hot Water and Dish Soap
Pour Dish Soap: Add a generous amount of dish soap into the toilet bowl.
Add Hot Water: Pour hot (not boiling) water into the bowl from about waist height.
Wait and Flush: Let it sit for 10-15 minutes, then try flushing.
4. Baking Soda and Vinegar
Add Baking Soda: Pour about one cup of baking soda into the toilet.
Add Vinegar: Slowly add one to two cups of vinegar.
Wait and Flush: Let the mixture sit and fizz for about 30 minutes, then flush.
5. Wet Vacuum
Empty the Bowl: Use the vacuum to remove water from the toilet bowl.
Seal the Hose: Wrap an old towel around the hose to create a seal and place it into the drain.
Vacuum the Clog: Turn on the vacuum to suck out the blockage.
If the above methods don’t work, it may be necessary conatact us or to call a specialist drainage company such “Dynorod” or “Drain Detectives”.