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Blocked Toilet? Here are Some Tips

The idea of unclogging a toilet yourself is not particularly appealing. However, the other alternative is to call a plumber, and we all know how expensive that can be. On a positive note, unclogging a toilet is not that difficult, and with some handy tools you should be well on your way to having your normal toilet back. Unclogging a toilet does not require specialist skill, unlike some other plumbing tasks which do. As long as you have some tools handy, you should be able to solve your annoying problem. Before you rush into things it is best to first establish what is actually causing the clog. You may be guilty of repeatedly disposing items in the toilet that cannot be easily flushed such as baby wipes or cotton wool. In these cases you will most likely need to use the plunger. You should note that toilet paper is designed specifically so that it can be flushed easily; the same cannot be said of other items. So for future notice, do not attempt to flush away items that are non-flusha ...
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Unblocking a Bath Drain - Usefil Tips

Dealing with a blocked drain can be extremely frustrating. However, most people do not realise that this is a problem that can be easily solved without the need to call a plumber. A few handy tools around the house will be sufficient in clearing out the drain.Clearing out the blockageYou should first try and observe what is actually causing the blockage. In bathtubs the substance normally blocking the drain will be some hair, or particles of soap. Obviously it will not be appealing to pull these out, however the problem could be easily solved if you do so. If you cannot pull it out easily, you should try using a bended wire coat hanger or even a pair of tweezers.Try using a plungerIf you cannot pull out the substance causing the clog easily yourself, you should try using a plunger. A plunger is cost-effective and very easy to use. There should be enough water covering the bottom part of the plunger. Then place the plunger over the central part of the drain and push down and up several ...
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