If you’re having issues with your drains, whether it is a home sewer drain blockage, a storm pipe problem, or a blocked toilet issue, Geelong 24 Hour Plumbing can help you unclog your blockage problem in no time. At Geelong 24 Hour Plumbing we have specialized tools and equipment, as well as plumbers who are dedicated to serving our clients in a professional way. So, if you happen to have any pipe or plumbing-related problems, don’t hesitate to call us for quality and perfect services. In today’s guide, we will take you through some basics and DIY tricks you can perform to unblock your toilet as you wait for our team to handle the problem.

What are the consequences of having a Blocked Toilet?

Having a blocked toilet in your home or commercial spaces presents your home as unhygienic or dirty, where visitors or guests won’t feel comfortable. The whole scenario is just shameful, and without forgetting its health hazards, it exposes your home to;

•  Clogged toilets trap water which can provide active breeding zones for mosquitoes
•  Active sites for germs that cause cholera, bilharzia, and all germ related diseases
•  If you are a pet owner, your favorite companion might find their way to the overflow carrying germs around your home.
• Clogged toilets and pipes will trap residue and induce rust in your pipes and appliance, leading to serious health issues.

What causes Toilet Blockages

Toilet blockage can be a result of flushing larger solid particles into the toilet siphon pipe. Some people tend to flush leftover food and other solid matter in the toilet bowel, and often these particles are larger than the pipes, which means they will get stuck in the siphon pipe, thus blocking the whole system, leading to an overflow. When flushing anything in your toilet, ensure all the particles are crushed and have no tendency of cramping together after crushing them or flushing them down the drainage system.

When flushing things in your toilet, avoid the following;

• Solid particles tend to clamp together especially if the water is soapy.
• Stones or concrete or any solid matter.
• Foodstuffs
• Baby napkins or wipes.
• In fact, nothing but toilet paper should be flushed down the sewerage pipes.

Some DIY tricks you can try to unblock your Toilet

While you are waiting for Geelong 24 Plumbing to service your blocked toilet, you should consider the following:

• Add a cup or two of baking soda to your toilet and wait for five minutes.
• Next, pour two to three cups of ordinary vinegar slowly into your toilet bowl.
• Allow them to react and mix and then pour some hot water down the pipes which will hopefully clear and loosen the blockage.

Obviously, you can only attempt the above if your toilet is not completely blocked. The water still needs to be slowly running through the pipes for this method to have any effect. If the water is not running at all then its best to not attempt any fixes and immediately contact an emergency plumber.

How to find an Emergency Plumber

If the home DIY methods don’t work, call Geelong 24 Hour Plumbing services to help you unblock your toilet. They can attend to all other drainage and plumbing tasks in your home using an advanced drain camera and drain equipment. We also specialize in hot water system repairs, gas plumbing, replacement and repairs of burst pipes and leaking taps. You can reach us on 1300 368 866 or search online at Geelong 24 hour plumbing for quality and great plumbing service.