<span class="entry-title-primary">Toilet</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">How Can Homeowners Get More Years Out of Their Toilet?</span>
One common scenario heard by many plumbers by people they are servicing is to have a clogged or overflowing toilet. Brookridge residents might be calling because they know that their child has flushed something, which is what is causing the issues. This happens more often them people might imagine when their child is getting to the age when they are starting to potty train. While this may seem like a big issue for some homeowners, this is not considered an emergency by most professional plumbers, so you will have to schedule a time for them to come out and fix the issue.
When a Toilet is Overflowing
Because this is not a plumbing emergency, a homeowner may be responsible themselves for stopping an overflowing toilet. Brookridge residents should know that they have the power to stop their toilet from continually running water if they access the back of the tank. A person will have to manually close the flapper, or the plastic part that is attached to a chain in order to stop it from running. Keep in mind that it is completely safe to touch the water in the back of a tank, as it is clean. If a toy is not too far down, a homeowner may be able to plunge the object lose.
When Plumbers Get Involved
Assuming that a homeowner had tried to knock loose the toy that is clogging their toilet, Brookridge residents who hire a professional plumber will have the tools needed to get the job done. In a difficult clog, a plumber may need to use a water closet auger or a snake is designed to retrieve an object, as opposed to pushing the clog through like with standard clogs. In rare instances, a plumber may have to remove the entire toilet in order to gain access to a toy that is in a tough spot.
*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of 1st Choice Plumbing Inc*
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