How to Unblock Your Toilet

1. Use Hot Water: Hot water is a common household solution to unclog drains, and it can also help with a blocked toilet. Pour hot water down the toilet bowl slowly and wait for a few seconds. Be careful not to pour boiling water, as it can crack the porcelain. If this does not work, move on to the next step.

2. Use Baking Soda and Vinegar: This tried-and-tested method can help loosen the blockage. Pour a cup of baking soda into the toilet bowl, and then pour two cups of vinegar. Wait for twenty or thirty minutes, and then pour a bucket of hot water into the bowl. This method should dissolve the blockage, allowing it to pass through the pipes easily.

3. Use a Toilet Snake: A toilet snake is a tool that is available in most hardware stores. It is a long and flexible wire that can be inserted into the toilet pipe to clear any blockages. You should wear gloves while using a toilet snake, as it can be quite messy.

Leave it to the Experts

If none of the above methods work, or if the problem seems to be recurring, then it is time to call in the experts. Drainage Cumbria has a team of professionals who can provide you with a fast and effective solution to your blocked toilet in Wetheral Shield, Cumbria, using up-to-date technology and techniques.

How We Unblock Your Toilet

We start by inspecting the toilet and assessing the cause of the blockage. Our team uses CCTV cameras to examine the pipes and identify the location of the blockage.

Once we have determined the cause, we use High-Pressure Water Jetting or Electro-Mechanical Cleaning to clear the blockage, depending on the nature of the problem.

Prevention is Better Than Cure

Preventing a toilet blockage is always better than having to clean up one. Here are some tips:

1. Be Mindful of What You Flush: You should not flush anything apart from human waste and toilet paper. Items like wipes, paper towels, or sanitary products can easily cause a blockage.

2. Regular Maintenance: Regularly checking your toilet and pipes for any blockages can help prevent major issues from arising.

3. Use a Drain Strainer: A drain strainer can catch hair or debris, preventing them from blocking the pipes.