What to Do If Your Toilet Clogs

If you have a bathroom, you’re going to have to deal with a clogged toilet at some point. While often disgusting, toilet clogs are usually pretty easy to take care of by yourself. Carter Services is always here for all of your plumbing needs, but if you would like to save yourself some money, a clogged toilet is a problem that you can probably handle on your own.

Ready to roll up your sleeves and get started? Check out these 4 easy ways to deal with a clogged toilet.

TAKE THE PLUNGE

Everyone should have at least one plunger in their home. If you don’t, consider a clogged toilet a sign that it’s time to pick one up. Plungers can be a real lifesaver when you’re dealing with any type of clogged drain, and they can help you avoid the mess of having your toilet overflow onto your floor.

When using a plunger, make sure it seals securely around your toilet drain. Having trouble getting a strong seal? Try spreading a little petroleum jelly on the plunger’s rim. Plunge vigorously, but try to avoid splashing.

TRY A SCIENCE EXPERIMENT

Have you ever built a “volcano” for a school science fair using baking soda and white vinegar? The fizzing reaction that occurs when you combine these two household ingredients works as a highly effective and all-natural drain cleaner.

To get rid of a clog using this method, start by boiling a pot of water. Add about one cup of baking soda to your toilet bowl, then add roughly two cups of white vinegar. Immediately pour the hot water down the drain, taking care not to splash or overflow your toilet. Let sit for several hours before trying to flush.

USE A SNAKE

If you have a particularly stubborn clogged toilet, a plumbing snake may be your best bet. These simple devices are very effective, but they can be messy if you are not careful. First, carefully insert the flexible end of the snake into your toilet drain. Guide it through until you encounter the clog. Rotate the snake’s handle to break up the clog. Finally, guide the snake back out of the drain. Remove it carefully to avoid a nasty mess.

CALL Carter Services

Sometimes, clogged toilets are just too stubborn for even the most skilled do-it-yourselfer. This is especially true in cases where the clog ends up being located further down the line. If you need a helping hand with a clogged toilet, contact the experts at Carter Services. We offer professional drain cleaning, and we can get your toilet flowing like it should again in now time. Contact us today for help with a clogged toilet in southern California.