Preventing clogged toilets is mostly done by maintaining them like any other appliance that you would use in your home. There will always be the chance that your toilet will become clogged,and you will need to plunge it or call the plumber to get it going again. There are things that you can do to keep your toilet flushing nicely.
You should always remember never to put any kind of grease down the toilet, cooking or otherwise. Only degradable toilet paper should be used in your toilet, so have plenty on hand. Never use tissues, paper towels or other things to replace the toilet paper. The solution to a lot of the issues of throwing things down the toilet that you shouldn’t, is to keep a small garbage can with a liner near the toilet. This way the wet wipes, cotton and other products will go immediately to the proper place, not down your toilet. Too much toilet paper may cause the toilet to back up. Use as little as you can during the wiping process and flush half way through if necessary. Watch the little ones, because they can create big problems if they throw some items down the toilet. You may need a spare pair of rubber gloves in this case.
It is really important to ask your plumber about products that will work in your toilet and plumbing system. They may recommend a drain cleaner down your toilet periodically to keep the system unclogged. Make sure you have a good plunger and rubber gloves on hand in case of an easy to clear clog. If you don’t have a turn off water valve that is working, you should get one as soon as possible. In the event of a clog, you will be able to stop the overflow on your floor. This will enable you the opportunity to plunge and see if you can clear your own system. In the event that you cannot clear the toilet, call a professional. Remember, preventative maintenance is best to prevent clogs in the toilet.
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