How to fix clogged toilets

Clogged toilets can be very annoying and unsanitary. Here are some tips on fixing your clogged toilets without calling a plumber:

• The Plunger

Using a plunger will fix most clogged toilets. Make sure to get a heavy-duty plunger with an extended flange. This will create enough suction to loosen the obstruction. Also be weary of plunging to hard and splashing dirty toilet water all over yourself.

• Hot Water

Pour hot water into your toilet bowl. Make sure to put enough hot water into the bowl to change the temperature of the water existing water significantly. Let the water sit for a few minutes and flush to see if the clog was broken up.

• Wire Hanger

Straighten out a wire hanger and stick it into the clogged toilet drain. Be careful not to scratch the porcelain.

• The Plumbing Snake

Insert the plumbing snake into your toilet and feed it through the drain. Keep feeding it through the clogged toilet until the obstruction is removed and the water drains through.

• Chemicals

You can get toilet drain chemicals from any local grocery store. This approach is very harmful to the environment and hazardous to your health. If you decide to use chemicals, make sure to wear gloves because it can cause damage to your skin. Don’t use the plunger after pouring chemicals your clogged toilet to avoid the chemicals splashing on you.

• Enzymes

Enzymes also help break down obstructions from your clogged toilet drain. You can get them from most home improvement stores. It’s important to know that enzymes only break up organic materials and usually take over night to work.

• The Vacuum

Stick your vacuum cleaner hose and suck the obstruction out of the toilet drain. Make sure that the vacuum you use is a wet/dry vacuum. The downside to this method is cleaning out your vacuum later!