We’ve all been there… you use the washroom, go to flush, and…
Nothing.
Your heart begins pounding, you wiggle the handle hoping the situation will magically fix itself, and fear sets in… the toilet is clogged!
According to experts at , not all clogs are the same and actually knowing why your toilet won’t flush is the first step toward addressing the issue and getting the toilet back up and running. We’ve partnered with them to highlight some good-to-know plumbing basics that will save you a little time (and possibly embarrassment), the next time your toilet is acting out-of-line.
The most common reason is there is an obstruction somewhere in the pipes, this is especially likely if the water in the toilet bowl isn’t going down. If this is the case, you’ll need to get out your plunger and roll up your sleeves.
Here’s what to do next:
1. Insert the plunger into the toilet bowl at a slight angle, and fit the rubber end over the toilet's drain hole forming.
2. Hold the plunger handle with both hands and with a forceful motion, move it up and down without breaking the seal/suction around the drain hole.
3. Repeat this action for up to 30 seconds, remove the plunger, and see if the water goes down. Repeat if necessary.
Get an expert to help
Unfortunately, not all broken toilets can be fixed so easily and it’s important to know when to get an expert in your home — when the drain line for the toilet may have improper ventilation, the main drain for the home or siphon jet may be clogged, or when your toilet is just too old. Fortunately, booking a plumber is easier (and faster), than ever.
is a modern plumbing service that makes booking a plumber as simple as ordering delivery from your phone. Simply visit their website, select from drain cleaning, plumbing quote, or emergency service, complete the order form and you’re good to go. You can choose a date and time that is convenient for you and an Unclog.it certified plumbers will be dispatched to your Metro 麻豆传媒映画location, instantly and effortlessly, and all from your home computer, tablet, or mobile device.
Traditionally you’d have to call plumbers, talk to the dispatcher and wait for a plumber to fit you into their schedule, but with Unclog.it the entire process is streamlined, just like using Uber. Unclog.it also offers a plumbing report system that allows clients to view photos and notes in real-time as the job is completed. All pricing information is laid out ahead of time so there are no surprises. Best of all, you never need to dial a number or wait on hold in order to get the job done.
So next time your toilet doesn’t flush, don’t worry, just pull out your phone and book with an expert at .
