3 Easy Ways to Unclog a Toilet Without a Plunger
Although it’s never fun to deal with a clogged toilet, many people encounter this typical household problem. Don’t panic if you find yourself in this situation without a plunger on hand. You may utilize common home items to unclog your toilet in a number of efficient ways. Here are three simple plunger-free methods to restore smooth toilet flushing.
1. Dish soap and hot water
Supplies Required:
Warm (not boiling) water
Shampoo or dish soap
Guidelines:
Add Soap: Fill the toilet bowl with a liberal amount of dish soap or shampoo. By acting as a lubricant, the soap helps make the blockage easier to pass through the pipes.
Pour Hot Water: Bring a gallon of water to a simmer, being careful not to let the water get too hot as this could shatter porcelain. Pour the hot water into the toilet bowl carefully, starting at waist height. The heat and water’s force work together to loosen the blockage.
Wait and Flush: Give the mixture a good 20 minutes to settle. Most of the time, the blockage will have sufficiently softened or broken down to allow for regular toilet flushing.
2. Baking Vinegar and Soda
Supplies Required:
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