Unclog a Toilet Checklist

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By Lauren Meir on May 23, 2012

Necessary Items
A Plunger.
A Bucket .
Disposable Gloves.
An AugerThis versatile tool clears out drain clogs for both tubs and toilets (a hand auger and a toilet auger, respectively). ;You may not need an auger to remove this clog, but chances are it will come in handy.
Rags, towels, or a mop in case of overflowing.
Using the Plunger
Remove any overflowing or excess water with the bucket
Grab the handle of the plunger and push into the toilet.
Ensure plunger cap fits securely over the toilet drain opening.
Plunge back and forth quicklyYou should feel some resistance from the suction cap.
Keep plunging until the clog is cleared; toilet will flush automatically.
Carefully pour a bucket of water into the toilet bowl to clear any debris.
Repeat the process until the toilet is unclogged, or use the auger.
Using the Toilet Auger
A toilet auger consists of a long handle and crankThere is a plastic sleeve at the crank bend in order to prevent scratching the toilet basin.
Loosen the auger's setscrew.
Push the cable into the drain until it stops.You've found the clog!
Start tightening the setscrew and continue until ;you have approximately 6 inches of cable between the pipe and auger.
Too much cable will cause the coil to kink, and won't be effective in removing the clog.
Turn the auger clockwise and push through
The auger may clear the obstruction or snag whatever it is that's clogging the drain.
If the auger snags the clog, pull it out and test the toilet by flushing to ensure the pipe is clear.
When to Call a Professional
You can't clear the obstruction with the plunger or auger.
The auger pulled out an obstruction, but the toilet continues to fill slowly or not at all.
The toilet continues to overflow or simply stops working.
The toilet becomes clogged again almost immediately with no ;discernible ;cause.

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Clogged commode? No problem! Our Unclog a Toilet Checklist shows you how to turn a messy situation into an easily-solved repair with step-by-step instructions. Have the right tools on hand and you could save yourself from flushing your hard-earned cash down the toilet!

Tips

There are two different types of Augers, a hand auger for tubs and a toilet auger for your commode. Both are essential tools to have around the house, especially if you want to avoid calling a plumber and shelling out extra cash.
Make sure you thoroughly disenfect the bathroom after clearing a clog. Use bleach or a cleaner with anti-bacterial properties in order to prevent the spread of harmful bacteria from sewage.

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