DIY Plumbing: Tips to Unblock a Toilet When You’re Plunger-Less!
There are a few ways to unblock a toilet without a plunger. Here are a few methods:
- Hot water and dish soap: Pour a pot of hot water into the toilet bowl. Then, add a few drops of dish soap. The hot water and dish soap will help to dissolve the clog.
- Baking soda and vinegar: Pour a cup of baking soda into the toilet bowl. Then, pour a cup of vinegar on top of the baking soda. The baking soda and vinegar will react and create a fizzing action. This will help to break up the clog.
- Wire hanger: Straighten out a wire hanger. Then, bend the end of the hanger into a small hook. Insert the hook into the toilet bowl and try to fish out the clog.
- Toilet auger: A toilet auger is a tool that is specifically designed to clear toilet clogs. You can rent a toilet auger from a hardware store.
If you have tried all of these methods and the clog is still not cleared, you may need to call a plumber.
Here are some additional tips for unblocking a toilet without a plunger:
- Do not flush the toilet again. This will only make the clog worse.
- If you are using hot water, be careful not to scald yourself.
- If you are using baking soda and vinegar, be sure to wear gloves and eye protection.
- Do not use a plunger that is too large for the toilet. This could damage the toilet.
- If you are using a toilet auger, be sure to insert it slowly and carefully.
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