One of the most common problems everybody has with plumbing is a clogged toilet.Sometimes it isn’t difficult and a plunger will be all you need.Then there will be some occassions when a plumber will be needed to come and fix it. But for most people I am going to share a few tips that will hopefully fix it so you won’t need a plumber.
Now these are some tricks I have picked up running my Temecula plumbing business. But these are tricks that the average homeowner should be able to do. They don’t require expensive equipment.You aren’t required to be expert in plumbing to know how to fix it.Just be able to follow the directions and you should be able to fix it.
First thing you want to try is a plunger.Most everyone will own a plunger and you can use it to clear a lot of clogged toilets.The plungers that work the best will have a fold out cup. That cup fits into the toilet trap. That allows a good suction.Then all you are going to need to do is use an even back and forth motion.This should do the trick in clearing the toilet.
Next after the plunger is using a toilet auger.How it looks is it has a J shaped tube and a cable attached. Sort of like a drain snake. It is one of my most used tools for my Murrieta plumbing service.You can get them at most of your hardware stores.What you then are going to do is have the end of the auger placed in the toilet.Then you take the handle and push it in while you crank it clockwise.This will dislodge any debris and have the toilet cleared.
These two tools should do the trick. But of course if it doesn’t then you will need a good plumber to come out.It costs more money than if you did it by yourself. But when you are unable to do it yourself, it is worth it to get it fixed. Because having a clogged toilet in the house is no fun. Plus it creates a lot of problems.
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