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Toilet Flange Repair, How To Repair Your Toilet Flange

15 Mar 2010 | No Comments »

You may have toilet flange repair in your future if you sit down on your toilet and feel like you just sat down a rocking horse. When the toilet flange wears out, your toilet will often become unstable and seem to see-saw back and forth. Another thing that commonly happens when you need to repair or replace your toilet flange is leaking from the bottom of the toilet. The floor around your toilet may always be wet (but don’t let condensation fool you… that can also cause the floor area around your toilet to be wet).

If you rule out condensation and identify that there’s a leak coming from the base of the toilet, then it’s time to get ready for some toilet flange repair. First you should shut off the water. You can do this either locally at the shut off in your bathroom or you can simply shut the main water supply off to the house. You’ll probably want to have a helping hand around in order to lift the toilet up and getting it set aside. Take the bolts out and move the toilet so you can get to the flange.

Once the toilet is out of way, you’ll see a wax ring that is connected to a horn-shaped metal piece. That is your flange. If it isn’t perfectly even, both vertically and horizontally, it won’t fit perfectly to the toilet and will give you a rocking chair of sorts for a toilet. There are special toilet flange extenders you can buy if it’s too low to properly seat.

Look at the flange and see if it’s worn away in any area or if is rusting. If there is no sign of damage, you could simply need a new wax ring. If that’s the case, remove the old one with a putty knife. Ensure you leave a smooth, clean and level area for the new ring. Put your new one on, replace the toilet and put the bolts back in.

In a worst-case scenario, your flange may have become ruined (you’ll need to replace it) and your floor may be damaged. This can happen from tightening the flange nuts to tightly or from the floor being uneven to begin with. You can get support brackets that will shift weight to good parts of your floor. Of course, if the floor has been damaged extensively, you’re looking at major repairs. If you aren’t sure if the flange needs repaired or simply replaced, a plumber can easily help you out. Often times, you’ll be able to see any obvious damage and know immediately that toilet flange repair or replacement is what’s needed.

Category(s): toilet repair

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Running Toilets, How To Repair a Running Toilet

11 Mar 2010 | No Comments »

A running toilet can simply drive you up the wall but you may not be sure how to repair a running toilet. In reality, it isn’t always as big of a task as you may think it is. Learn about toilet repair in this article on running toilet repair. If you’re hearing the water in your toilet run constantly or it seems to just turn on and off whenever it wants, you can usually figure out what’s going on with a little investigation. The good part is that your local hardware store or home store likely carries everything you need to repair your running toilet.

The flap inside your toilet could be stuck open, which is causing the water to run. Take the top of the back of your toilet and look to see if the little flap inside is seated and sealed or if it’s stuck open. The flapper is a little rubber gasket that sits in the bottom your tank. It will have a lever or a chain that is connected to it, which connects it to the toilet handle in most cases. If it’s open then just slide your hand in there and adjust it so it seals properly. That could easily be the only thing you need to do to repair your running toilet. The flap is made of rubber or another soft material that is prone to damage and dry-rotting over time. If it looks like it’s been damaged, you should replace it. Once it gets too damaged, it won’t matter how much you try to get it to seal. Water will slip past it and leak through, leaving you with a constantly running toilet and higher water bills.

If it’s sealed properly, check the chain while you’re in there. Is it twisted, bunched up or caught on anything? If so, it probably isn’t letting the flapper seal right. Straighten it out and see if that helps. You will also see a rod. Is it bent? Again, if it is, you should be able to straighten it out pretty easily. If you notice it’s getting rusty or anything, you should go ahead and replace it.

In the tank you should also see a little ball-looking thing. That’s your float mechanism. Lift it up and see if the toilet stops running. If it does then you found you problem. Adjust the arm and let it go. Keep adjusting it a little bit and see if you can find a point at which the toilet stops running. If you happen to find that there is water inside the ball, you’ll need to get a new one from your local hardware or home store.

If none of the above seems to help, you may have a larger leak that is a little more troublesome. A professional plumber will be able to determine exactly what’s causing the leak and repair you running toilet for you.

Category(s): toilet repair

Tag(s): how to, plumbing, toilet repair

Toilet Bowl Repair, How To Repair A Toilet Bowl

05 Mar 2010 | No Comments »

Every home owner comes to a day when they have to learn a thing or two about toilet bowl repair or they have to pay a professional plumber to come in and handle the problem. Even if you don’t own a home, it’s nice to know some basics about toilet bowl repair so you don’t have to call your landlord for every little problem that comes up in the bathroom. Toilet bowls have many ways that they can start to go haywire and for several reasons. It’s just a fact of life. How many times have you visited someone and they tell you “Jiggle the handle when you’re done!”?

One of the most common reasons you’ll need to know a little about toilet bowl repair is a clogged toilet. Sure, it can happen because someone put something or too much of something into the toilet and tries to flush. But a stopped up toilet, or even one that doesn’t seem to fully flush, can both be caused by something clogging your pipe. If you’ve plunged to no avail, then see if you can get your hands on what’s called a “snake”. This is a tool that you can run down the pipe and hopefully clear any clogs. If not, then you may need to throw in the towel and call in a professional for your toilet bowl repair this time.

Another problem that you’re likely to face is a leaky toilet. Sometimes they can be pretty simple to handle if it’s easily identifiable. Toilets can seem to leak simply from condensation. So before you go investing in tools, parts, equipment or paying a plumber, keep an eye on the outside of your toilet bowl and see if you notice a build-up of condensation. It can drip onto the floor and make it look like you have a leak when you really don’t. If condensation doesn’t appear to be the issue, then you’ll have to figure out where the leak is coming from. Is it dripping from the flush handle? Is it leaking from the area where the pipe connects with toilet? Is water coming out from under the base of the toilet? Depending on where the leak is coming from and your confidence level you may be able to fix it or you may need to call a plumber.

If your toilet is constantly running, this is a toilet bowl repair that you can probably fix. Simply remove the lid from the back of your toilet. There’s a hole that should be snugly sealed once the toilet flushed. If you watch in there as you flush, you’ll see where it opens up. Inspect that area and ensure that it is sealing properly. If it’s not, look at the pieces and see if any of them are bent or rusted. If you can spot where the problem is, take that part to your local hardware store and ask them for a replacement part. Before removing the part or replacing it, turn the water supply to your toilet off.

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Category(s): toilet repair

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Bathtub Faucet Repair, How To Repair a Bathtub Faucet

26 Feb 2010 | No Comments »

If your bathtub faucet is leaking, you should get it repaired as soon as possible. If you don’t take care of your bathtub faucet repair in a timely manner, you will waste a ton of water, pay much more on your water bill than you have to, and possibly end up with rusty parts that you’ll have to replace. If your bathtub is relentlessly dripping, you don’t necessarily have to pay a plumber to come in and fix it for you. There are some things you can do first to see if you are able to remedy the situation. It’s cheaper to do it yourself, but if you can’t get it to stop, then you’ll obviously need the help of someone who knows what they are doing.

There are two common leaks that will require bathtub faucet repair. Chances are that your faucet is leaking from the base when you turn the water on or there is a constant leak that drips from the faucet, even when the water is turned off. Good news is that both of these leaky headaches can often be corrected with the same solution.

The first thing you need to do is turn off your water supply. You’ll probably find a shut off valve hiding under your bathroom sink or in the vicinity of the sink. If you can’t find it, you can just turn off the main water supply to your house. Also, make sure the water supply to your water heater is cut off. After turning off the water supply, wait a few minutes before you begin your bathtub faucet repair.

If your faucet handles have a decorative front, you’ll probably need to remove them. They should just snap on and off. Take a thin washcloth or some kind of other soft cloth and cover the tip of a flat-head screwdriver. You can use that to pry off the decorative front. Remove the screw from the center of the handle if there is one. Now you should see a nut underneath there. Loosen and remove it, then take out the rod-like piece.

Clean out the inside of the cavity while you’re in there. Clean the rod-like piece with a soft cloth and a mild soap that isn’t too abrasive or harsh. If it’s covered in rust, corroded, or simply worn down, you’ll need to replace it. Take it to a hardware store so they can help you get the right replacement part. As for the washer, it’s best if you just replace it while you’re in the process of repairing your bathtub faucet. Even if it appears to be in pretty good shape, take out the screw and go ahead and replace the washer. You can normally find a generic washer with the same width and diameter that will work perfectly.

Put the new washer on and put the screw back in. Insert your rod-like piece back into place within the cavity you took it out of and turn it clockwise. Don’t try to make it too tight, as you could strip the threads. Put the handle back on and put the screw back in. Snap your decorative cap back on if you had one. Test it out! Your bathtub faucet repair should be completed now. You can find more information on bathtub faucet repair and other faucet repair at AllPlumbingRepair.com.

Special tip: Wrap the threads on your rod-like piece with Teflon tape while you have it out. This will help keep the handle from leaking.

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Category(s): faucet repair

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Faucet Leak Repair, How To Repair a Leaky Faucet

24 Feb 2010 | No Comments »

Faucet leak repair begins with knowing what kind of faucet you have and the most common reasons why they fail in the first place. We’ve all been there… in the middle of night listening to the drip-drip-drip of a leaky faucet tapping in the sink. It’s more than just something that drives you up the wall. It can shoot your water bill up, which is something no one needs these days. Plus, left untreated, you could end up with corroded sink bowls and fixtures.

Before you even begin thinking about getting into faucet leak repair fixing your leaky faucet, you will need to know what kind of faucet you have and the different parts that commonly go wrong in each one. Faucets generally come in one of four basic types: cartridge, compression, ball and disc. It isn’t as difficult as it sounds to know what kind of faucet you are dealing with, though.

Many newer homes have a single handle that lets you control the cold and hot water. If you have this kind of faucet, then you have either a disc, ball, or cartridge faucet on your hands. If you have the traditional faucet that has two handles, one for the cold water and one for the hot, then you probably have a compression faucet. Two-handle faucets can also sometimes be a disc faucet too.

A leaky faucet is usually due to seals, o-rings, and washers that need replaced. If your seals or washers need replaced, you can count on your faucet dripping. If your faucet is leaking around the handle, you can usually handle this faucet leak repair by simply removing the handle. Check the o-rings that are found on the stem and see if they’re worn. You can also try tightening or adjusting the packing nut and adjusting ring to see if that solves the problem.

On a compression faucet, the seals and washers are constantly being pressured into the metal valve seats. For this reason, these faucets are bound to start dripping at one point or another. These washers aren’t found in the cartridge, ball and disc faucets. They are much more likely to drip from the base of the faucet than from the spout.

The worst thing you can do if you need to repair a leaky faucet is to ignore it (this will only make future a future faucet leak repair more costly). The second worst thing to do is to keep trying to tighten down the faucet, as you’re likely to torque it too much and permanently damage the faucet. If you can’t seem to find the parts that need replacing, then you may need to get some help from a professional plumber. Of course AllPlumbingRepair.com has the solution to your faucet repair needs.

Category(s): faucet repair

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Toilet Leak Repair, How to Repair a Toilet Leak (Part 3)

19 Feb 2010 | No Comments »

Toilet leak repair can be a simple process or one that will require a bit more time and knowledge. Leaking may be evident with a very small dripping that drips out onto your floor or your toilet may always seem to be running. It’s very annoying and can drive the cost of your water bill through the roof. Before you can think about performing toilet repair, you will have to figure out what kind of leak you have and where it’s coming from.

If you notice that the floor under or beside your toilet is always damp or wet, then you may have a leaking flush pipe. To figure out if this is your problem, flush your toilet while you keep an eye under the toilet tank. You want to watch where the pipe connects to the toilet. If you see water dripping or leaking, then you can probably fix it with just a few easy steps.

1. Shutting off the Water
2. Disconnecting the Pipe
3. Applying Silicone and Reconnecting
4. Testing

First, shut off the water supply to your toilet. Look for a cut-off valve around your toilet or along the wall that your toilet is up against. Once you find it, turn the valve. Most of them have a piece you simply turn to stop the flow of water through the pipe. If by chance yours doesn’t, you’ll have to cut off the main water supply to your house.

After the water supply has been shut off, flush your toilet. This will get rid of most the water in your toilet. You can plunge it to get the last little bit out, too. Now look at where your flush pipe connects to your toilet and you should see that there is nut you can loosen. Loosen that nut and pull the pipe away from the toilet. Most newer toilets will have a rubber compression that is easy to pull away. If your toilet is old, you may see that there are metal retaining clips that prevent you from pulling it away. In that case, you’ll have to cut them off with a hack saw. When you replace it, you’ll put in a rubber joiner.

Dry off the rubber and pipe, as well as inside the actual toilet and cistern outlet. After you have them nice and dry, apply silicone to the grommet and to both sides of the rubber seal. Keep in mind that if they are in really bad shape, you should go ahead and replace them while you have this all disconnected (take the part in to your plumbing store so they can give you the correct replacement part). Insert your flush pipe into the lower part of your water tank and put the other end into the toilet pan.

Silicone is very effective at sealing the joints so they won’t leak anymore. Tighten the toilet tank back up and wipe away any extra silicone that may be protruding. Don’t start using your toilet immediately. Let it sit for 12 hours you can turn the water supply back on and test it out to see if your handwork worked.

If you’ve just joined us in this three part series on toilet leak repair then please check out the first installment on toilet leak repair. You may also visit our toilet repair section and as always AllPlumbingRepair.com is here to help you find plumbing repair.

Category(s): toilet repair

Tag(s): how to, plumbing, toilet repair

Toilet Leak Repair, How to Repair a Toilet Leak (Part 2)

16 Feb 2010 | No Comments »

Welcome back to our three part series on toilet leak part. This is continuation of part 1 of Toilet Leak Repair, How to Repair a Toilet Leak

Chances are that you’ve had to pay someone to come do toilet leak repair at some point in your life. If not, your day is coming! Sometimes there are leaks that don’t require a professional plumber, though. In these cases, it is pretty easy for you to perform your own toilet leak repair just by having some basic knowledge and armed with a few easy steps. If your toilet is leaking, you have to find out what the culprit is first. Here are some common toilet leaks that you can probably fix by yourself. Of course, if it’s more complex or you aren’t comfortable messing with it, then by all means call a plumber to give you a hand.

Leaking Flush Valve

There are several reasons that you may have a leaking flush valve. First, the flush ball can start to rot or simply wears out. It can also start to lose its shape, meaning it won’t fit snugly over the valve where it should. The second reason can be that there is dirt or rust on the valve, which doesn’t let the flush ball snugly seat in like it should. Lastly, the metal rod that the flush ball is connected to becomes bent out of shape or somehow stuck. If that happens, the flush ball can’t seat properly into the valve.

Shut off your water supply to find out what the problem is. You can usually do it locally, somewhere behind the toilet you can find a small shut off valve. In the rare instance that there isn’t one, you gotta go to the main source and shut it off. If you prefer, you can lift the copper float that is inside the toilet tank and fix it so that the inlet valve is kept closed.

Now that you have the water off, take out the flush ball and look it over. Is it worn? Has it been bent out of shape? If so, you’ll need to replace it. Now look into the valve seat and see if there is rust or dirt hanging out in there. Scrape any rust and wipe away any dirt. If you get it smooth again, you can screw the flush ball back into place.

Check to ensure everything is back in place properly. Do this by pushing the flushing handle and watching to see if the parts open and close like they should. The ball should seat into the valve when the handle swing closes. If it isn’t, check the rod that the ball is connected to. Is it bent? Is the guide arm positioned above the valve seat? While you’re in there, check to see if the rod is rusted. If so, you should go ahead and replace it.

Leaking Drops from Condensation

While condensation isn’t necessarily a leak, it is a common problem that many people find annoying. It can drip water onto the floor making it seem like there may be a leak. Over the course of time, it can be just as damaging to the floor. To help remedy the condensation, you can cover the tank with cold-water pipe insulation then put something over top of that so it isn’t so unsightly. You could use sheet plastic or linoleum. Plumbing stores often carry drip pans you can use, too.

Toilet Leak Repair, How to Repair a Toilet Leak (Part 1) and be sure to check out more from out toilet repair section. As always if you can’t repair your toilet then allplumbingrepair.com is here to help with easy to use plumber repair quote form.

Category(s): toilet repair

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Toilet Leak Repair, How to Repair a Toilet Leak

12 Feb 2010 | 4 Comments »

A leaking toilet doesn’t only annoy you with the constant sound and mess you’re always cleaning up, but it can also take a toll on your water bill. If you are “into the green” then you know neglecting toilet leak repair can lead to wasting precious water. In toilet repair, toilet leak repair doesn’t always have to mean expensive plumbing bills (although there are times you’ll need to bring in a specialist). There are toilet leak repair tricks that you can try before calling in the big boys. If you need to find a local plumber then we can help you out with that too.

What’s Causing the Leak?

First of all, you should know there are multiple reasons your toilet may be leaking. It could be something minimal like the wax ring is wearing away; easily fixed, or something much more complex in that case you’ll need to hire a plumber for this toilet repair

Replacing the Wax Ring

Deteriorated wax ring – Sometimes toilet leak repair can be as simple as replacing one piece. Your wax ring may be deteriorating if you always notice a sewer smell in your bathroom or if there is water leaking from the bottom of the toilet when you flush. The wax ring is under your toilet. Yep, you’ll have to do a little dirty work here if you want to do this toilet repair yourself. But it isn’t that bad, really!

First, you’ll need to have a replacement wax ring ready. You can often find the brand name stamped right on the rim (somewhere around the tank or on the bottom of the tank), as well as the model number. If you can find this, then you can easily take it to your local hardware store and they’ll be able to give you the ring you need. If not, then this toilet leak repair job will just have to be a bit interrupted. Once you get to the old ring, you can take that with you to the store and come back to finish this toilet leak repair up.

Look for the water shut off valve along the wall near your toilet and turn it off (usually just by turning the knob). If you can’t find one, then shut off your main water supply to the house while you do this. Now that the water’s off, flush the toilet a few times. This is very important in many toilet repairs, remember we’re trying to avoid leaks. Tip: hold down the handle while it is flushing to get more water out. Now plunge out as much of the remaining water as possible.

Have a small towel handy and disconnect the water from the water supply to your toilet. This is that same supply line that you turned the knob on earlier. Expect a small amount of water to dribble out. Loosen the bolts that hold down your toilet on each side if you can. Many times, the nuts won’t want to budge and you’ll have to saw them off. If you’re apprehensive about sawing them off you may want to get a plumber for this toilet leak repair or any other toilet repair job you may have.

Lift the toilet up (it’s handy to have a buddy around for toilet leak repair!). Set it aside upside down (layout newspaper, towels, or whatever to set it on). Now you should see a wax ring with a yellow tinted color on the floor. Sometimes, it will stick to the bottom of your toilet, which is why you placed it upside down to the side.

Remove the old ring. Put the new one down. Put the toilet back. Sit on it and gently rock until it is firmly in place. Put your bolts back in the bottom sides of your toilet. Re-connect your water and turn the water back on. Now flush and test! Your toilet repair should be completed now.

Tip: Here’s a handy trick you can use in your next toilet repair. Before you go trying to do toilet leak repair all on your own, you’ll need to know where the leak is coming from. It can be a challenge to determine where a slow leak is coming from, though. Use this trick to try to tell where it’s coming from. All you’ll need is food coloring! Put a handful of food coloring drops into the tank of your toilet and let it sit. Half an hour or so later go check on it. Is the water in the toilet bowl turning the color of the food color you used? If so, your leak is between the tank and bowl.

Of course if you can’t replace your toilets wax ring yourself then AllPlumbingRepair.com has the solution to your toilet repair needs.

Category(s): toilet repair

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Toilet Seat Repair, How to Repair a Toilet Seat

29 Jan 2010 | No Comments »

Replacing a toilet seat is by far one of the easiest tasks in toilet repair. In toilet seat repair, the toilet seat is the finishing touch on your toilet. A broken seat will make your bathroom look trashy and unattractive. Replacing this is easy so lets get started on your toilet seat repair.

Purchase a new toilet seat for toilet seat repair
Remove the damaged toilet seat for toilet seat repair
Mount the new toilet seat for toilet seat repair

Purchasing a new toilet seat for toilet seat repair

The toilet seat is hinged to the body of the toilet consisting of seat and lid, the lid is attached to the seat, which covers the toilet when not in use. These can be purchased cheaply at your local hardware goods store and walmart. Be sure to get one that matches your existing toilet. There are a variety of toilet seats including padded, wooden, elongated, and regular. If you prefer to shop from your home, a quick google search, will yield a multitude of options. Before making the purchase, be sure to check the nuts and bolts on your toilet. A common problem is that the nuts and bolts become rusted or even broken. You’ll want to pick up some replacement parts if this is the case. Be sure to also check the rubber bumpers. Make sure you’ve checked the little things before you get started on your toilet seat repair. It’s the little things that go into any successful toilet repair.

Remove the damaged toilet seat for toilet seat repair

Once you have a matching seat you’ll need to remove the damaged one. Remove the two nuts connecting the seat to the toilet and lift up the damaged one. Did you remember to check the nuts and bolts for damage and rust? If you cannot detach the bolts yourself due to rust or other factors it may be time to find a local plumber. The damaged seat should come off easily and forcing it off may damage the rest of the toilet. Making sure you’ve done this correctly will ensure a smooth toilet seat repair and prevent the need for any further toilet repair.

Mount the new toilet seat for toilet seat repair

Once the seat is out, simply install the new one by inserting the nuts and tightening the bolts. Be careful not to over tighten the nuts, a quarter to a half turn past finger tightness is all thats needed. Over tightening the nuts will only make it that much more difficult to remove the seat should any future toilet seat repair or toilet repair be needed.

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Clogged Toilet Repair, How to Unclog a Clogged Toilet

29 Jan 2010 | 1 Comment »

A clogged toilet can be incredibly frustrating and messy. Fortunately, you can take care of most clogged toilet repair without needing to find a plumber. Finishing your clogged toilet repair is often very simple and cheap. Just follow these easy steps and you’ll have that toilet repair completed by the time your guests arrive.

A slow or weak flush means that your toilet drain is partially or even completely clogged. You can avoid clogged toilet repair by being careful about what you flush down the toilet. If you have kids, keep the toilet lid closed to prevent them from dropping toys into the toilet – it keeps the family dog out too. Avoiding flushing heavy napkins and paper towels down the toilet can go a long way in preventing clogged toilet repair and toilet repair in general.

Don’t flush your clogged toilet more than once
Using a plunger with clogged toilet repair
Unclog your toilet with dish soap and hot water
Do coat hangers work to unclog a toilet
Closet auger – using the plumbing snake in clogged toilet repair
Chemical agents like Draino for clogged toilet repair

clogged-toilet

Don’t flush your clogged toilet more than once

If it doesn’t flush like normal the first time it likely won’t change the second or third time you try flushing. You’re only compounding the problem when you continually attempt flushing a clogged toilet. You even risk flooding your bathroom.

Using a plunger with clogged toilet repair

In most cases you can unclog your toilet by using a plunger. Yep that old plunger standing to the side of your clogged toilet will make you the family hero once again. If you don’t have a plunger, you should be able to pick one up for pretty cheap at your local grocery store. When using the plunger ensure that you are pressing down firmly (firm does not mean fast). This will optimize the amount of pressure you’re generating. A really nasty clog may require a few attempts at this.

Unclog your toilet with dish soap and hot water

If the plunger didn’t work then your trusty plunger might just need an extra hand. Try adding some hot water (heat a pot of water on the stove to just about boiling) to the toilet and a few squirts of dish soap. Let that sit for a few moments and then attempt plunging the clogged toilet again.

Do coat hangers work to unclog a toilet

I’ve never had much luck with these. In fact, this should be one of the last options on your list. If you decide to proceed find an old wire hanger and begin untwisting the wire. Insert one end of the wire into the toilet drain and begin twisting. Pull the wire back up. If there is any clogging material on the hanger than you’re making progress, but you’ll likely need to try this a few more times.

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Closet auger – using the plumbing snake in clogged toilet repair

A closet auger, otherwise known as a plumbing snake, is likely what a plumber will use to repair your clogged toilet. These can be purchased at hardware and plumbing shops such as Home Depot. Insert one end of the snake into the toilet and begin twisting it down (much like in the wire method). This is much more effective than the wire method and should take care of the clogged toilet.

Chemical agents like Draino for clogged toilet repair

Chemical agents such as Draino are bad for the environment, but if you’ve exhausted all other options go ahead and give this a shot. You can find chemical agents for unclogging your toilet at your local grocery store. Just follow the instructions on the label.

If none of these have worked, you can try combining some of the steps like Chemical Agent + Hot water and dish soap + plunger. If all else fails you can find a skilled plumber right here on AllPlumbingRepair.com. Our network of plumbers can surely help with your toilet repair.

Category(s): toilet repair

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