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To plunge a clogged toilet, first ensure there is enough water in the bowl to cover the rubber part of the plunger, then position the plunger over the drain hole and push down firmly to create suction ...

Open the toilet tank, lift the flapper, allow a cup or two of water to drain into the bowl and watch what happens. If it stays put, chances are the clog is in the toilet’s internal trap or the waste ...

It’s never an ideal situation: A quick trip to the bathroom followed by a single flush and, boom, you’re dealing with a clogged drain or—much worse—a nearly overflowing toilet. If you find yourself ...

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So the worst imaginable thing has occurred—you've just clogged the toilet, and a plunger is nowhere to be seen. Whether you're stranded in a friend's guest bathroom or safe at your own house, one ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Clogged the toilet? Don't panic. A toilet clogged with human waste is disgusting and ...

Few household problems are as universally dreaded as a clogged toilet. But with the right approach, even the most stubborn clogs can be tackled smoothly! Whether you’re up against a minor blockage or ...

There's only one thing more embarrassing we can think of than a clogged toilet: not having a plunger on hand to resolve the issue. When the water levels in your toilet bowl start rise, so does your ...

We’ve all been there. You go to flush, but instead of water going down, you see it rising up and up and up. . . . You panic: Did I really use that much toilet paper? Toilet clogs are a pain to deal ...

There’s nothing more horrifying than going over to a friend or relative’s house and unintentionally creating a plumbing disaster. Whether you clog a toilet or a garbage disposal, it’s embarrassing all ...