Need to unblock a toilet? Don't panic!

Leak Free Plumbing Solutions know a blocked toilet can be a real emergency. That's why we're here to help, we provide fast and reliable service. Our experienced plumbers carry the required equipment and spare parts and will be able to fix your toilet in just one visit. We will have your loo up and flowing again in no time.

It's no surprise when a toilet becomes clogged it is not only inconvenient and unpleasant but it is also very unsanitary. Additionally, if your toilet becomes severely blocked it can completely interrupt a household.

Book a Leak Free Plumbing Solutions plumber for prompt, professional toilet clearing throughout Logan, Brisbane Southside, and the Gold Coast today.

Why is my toilet blocked?

There are several reasons why your toilet might have a blockage and not be flushing completely, fortunately, in most instances, the causes are not serious, and at times these can be rectified simply, saving you time and money. Let's look at possible causes of a blocked toilet and some common issues with toilets.

• Continuous running water in the toilet bowl
• Clogged toilet - not draining, backing up
• Slow-draining toilet - water not completely draining when flushed
• Not flushing efficiently - needing to flush the toilet a few times to clear the bowl

Common causes of blocked toilets

• Hair
• Toilet paper
• Food
• Cotton balls
• Diapers or baby wipes
• Toys or other items put in the toilet
• Tampons or sanitary napkins
• Or more seriously, tree roots in your plumbing system

Below are a few DYI remedies that may be used if you are stuck in a messy situation.

DIY toilet-clearing remedies

• Plunger - place over the outlet in your toilet and push down gently to create a seal, then continue to push the plunger up and down for a few minutes, making sure the seal is not broken. After a few minutes pull the plunger up to break the air seal. The water should rush down the drain. Repeat if need be.
• Dishwashing liquid and hot water - Put a squirt of dishwashing liquid in the toilet bowl followed by half a bucket of hot water, (not boiling) leave for about 15 mins minutes, then flush.
• Wire coat hanger drain snake - unravel the coat hanger until it is straight, and push one end into the toilet to loosen any possible debris until it comes free. This is the home version of a drain auger which can be purchased from most hardware stores. Note - this method is not recommended as coat hanger wire can damage your drain pipe.
• Baking soda and vinegar mixture - put 1 cup of baking soda in the toilet bowl followed by 2 cups of vinegar, and leave for about 30 mins, this combination will react to form a fizz, leave for a few minutes, then flush.

If you have tried one of the various home remedies mentioned, but the blockage is just proving to be too stubborn, it's time to contact a blocked drain plumber. The reason might be that the blockage is too far down the pipe or the drain is too solidly blocked for any DYI approach.

Our plumbers also provide repairs for:

• Running toilets
• Cracked cisterns
• Cleaning blocked toilets
• Leaking toilet taps
• Toilet flush valve replacement
• Toilet seal replacement

Leak Free Plumbing Solutions - Plumbers you can trust

Our plumbers are able to help you with all of your residential plumbing needs in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Logan, and Redlands. We provide plumbing services the old-school way with honesty, reliability, and professionalism, simply call 0422 392 447 or book online.