Toilet — Clog Removal

The average toilet trapway is only 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter at its narrowest point. That’s smaller than a tennis ball. Anything larger will not pass without breaking down.

Before you panic and call an expensive emergency plumber, take a deep breath. Most toilet clogs can be cleared with a little know-how and tools you likely already have in your home. toilet clog removal

The standard flat, red, cup-style plunger is designed for sinks and tubs . It creates a seal on a flat surface. A toilet bowl is curved. That red cup will not seal. You will simply push water past the sides, accomplishing nothing. The average toilet trapway is only 1