Plunging your toilet and drains regularly is essential to maintaining a clean and sanitary home, especially if you have small children or are the type of person who gets grossed out by seeing a little bit of dirt. Plunging your toilet and drains every few days can ensure they don’t get clogged as often, but this isn’t always enough. There will come a time when your toilet or drains clog up so much that plunging doesn’t cut it anymore, which is why we’ll explain how you can effectively plunge your toilet and drains.

Step-by-Step Instructions 

• Before you plunge your toilet, ensure that the water inside the bowl is below the overflow line. If the water is above this line, the toilet will start to overflow once you plunge it.
• If you can’t see the overflow line while the toilet is full of water, you’ll need to let the water level in the toilet bowl drop below the overflow line before plunging it. You can drop the water level by turning off the water supply to the toilet and letting the water slowly drain out of the bowl.
• Once the water level has dropped below the overflow line, it is time to plunge the toilet. Make sure to wear protective gloves and eye gear since plunging can be a messy process.
• Put the plunger head inside the toilet bowl so that the curved part of the plunger faces the toilet. Ensure the plunger head is below the water level inside the bowl.
• Slowly plunge the toilet with the plunger. Ensure that the plunger stays below the water line so that water doesn’t enter the plunger. In case of any complications regarding plunging, you can consider ABC Drain & Plumbing for professional support.

Effective Draining Techniques

• Flush your toilet with cold water. Some people think that warm water clogs more often than cold water, but this is a myth. Cold water is better for your plumbing than hot water.
• If you have a slow or clogged drain, try using a plumbing snake to clear the blockage. For best results, use a drain snake to remove such things as wet wipes, hair, and other small items that get stuck in your drains and pipes.
• You can also use a liquid drain cleaner or a plunger with a particular coat of chemicals designed to unclog your drains and pipes.

Toilet Unclogging Dos And Don’ts

• Be careful not to scratch your toilet bowl while plunging, as scratches can collect bacteria and make the toilet more susceptible to clogging.
• Be careful not to put too much force into your plunging. If you use too much force, you could break off the flapper inside the toilet and cause an even giant clog.
• Always clean up your mess after plunging a toilet.
• If the toilet clog keeps coming back, you may need to call a plumber.
• Always flush your toilet after every use, especially if you live in an area with a lot of rain.

Plunging is an excellent way to clean out your toilet bowl or drain now and then, but it’s not a good idea to plunge regularly. It is best to call a plumber if you are having issues with your toilet or drain. It is also important to note that plunging your toilet with a plunger in the wrong way could cause damage to the inside of your toilet. That’s why following these instructions and using the correct plunger type is essential. With the right plunger and technique, you should be able to clear out your toilet or drain effectively and without any issues.