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Toilet Clogged Toilet Paper

If you are staring at a rising water line, don't panic. Most toilet paper clogs can be cleared without a professional.

If the water is rising, turning off the water supply valve (usually a silver handle on the wall behind the toilet) is the first step to preventing an overflow. toilet clogged toilet paper

If you have tried these methods and the toilet remains clogged, or if you know a hard object is stuck deep in the trapway, it is time to call a plumber. Continued force can damage the porcelain or push the object into the main sewer line, which is a much more expensive repair. If you are staring at a rising water line, don't panic

A toilet clogged with toilet paper is one of the most common household plumbing headaches. While toilet paper is designed to break down in water, using too much at once can easily overwhelm your pipes. If you have tried these methods and the

If the water method didn't work, or if the "piece" is soft (like a rubber part), use a plunger.

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