The sight of water rising instead of falling in the basin of a toilet shortly after flushing strikes fear in the hearts of many people. This sad sight means that the toilet sewage line has somehow become clogged. The first course of action in a situation like this is usually to grab the plunger and fish it around the bottom of the toilet looking for the toilet drain.
Then most people will give a few half-hearted plunges in a meek effort to dislodge any blockages while making sure not to splash dirty toilet water anywhere near there body. Some people actually go the the lengths of standing on bathtubs, sinks, or any other bathroom fixture in an effort to keep even the smallest drop of water from landing on their body.
In spite of their best efforts, most people will inevitably be splashed with the dirty water. This combined with the fact that the toilet is still clogged makes the experience all the more unpleasant. So how can you avoid this situation from happening to you in the future? Well aside from dietary changes, here are some simple ways to make sure your toilet remains clog-free.
1. Do not use excessive toilet paper. Many people use huge amounts of toilet paper when using the bathroom and this can lead to blockages forming in the sewage line. Limiting the amount of toilet paper thrown into the toilet basin will help prevent these types of blockages.
2. Do not flush paper towels. Paper towels are made to absorb and are not designed to break down in the same way that toilet paper is. Flushing paper towels in standard toilets is a great way to create a problem.
3. Use a drain cleaner periodically. Periodic use of an industrial strength drain cleaner can help to prevent clogs from forming and make sure your sewage line remains clear.
Follwing these few simple tips can help any home-owner prevent toilet clogs.
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