Have you noticed that your toilet seems to become blocked more frequently? In our previous blog we looked at how you can overcome a blocked trap, but a blocked trap isn’t the only reason that you can have a blocked toilet. The other two most common reasons that toilets block is because items that do not flush are put in toilets, or you have a low flush toilet.
In this blog post our plumbers in Rutland share their top tips to help you avoid a blocked toilet. If it’s too late and you are suddenly struggling with a blocked toilet in Loughborough, then call our plumbers in Leicestershire now. Our plumbers will be with you as soon as possible.
So, how can you avoid a blocked toilet?
If you have a very busy toilet in your business, or you have a home with young children, it can be hard to see what is (and isn’t) being flushed down the toilet. In all honesty, it’s likely you don’t want to get that close to the toilet either.
In simple terms, your toilet was designed to dispose of materials. It wasn’t designed to flush objects like cotton balls, wet wipes, sanitary products, nappies and more. When things like this are flushed down the toilet it can restrict drainage. In turn, this will cause back-ups and a blocked toilet.
To avoid items that should be being flushed, being flushed down the toilet, speak to the users of the toilet. If it’s a toilet at home, explain the importance of being careful about what is flushed. In a business, put up a poster as a reminder of what can and can’t be posted. This should help avoid having a blocked toilet from items that shouldn’t be flushed.
Another cause of a blocked toilet that you can avoid is having a low flow toilet. Look at the date printed on the back of your toilet. If your toilet was made before the mid-90s it is likely to be a low flow toilet. This means that it lacks the vital pressure needed to clear the trap and drain. This is what can result in the toilet clogging and becoming blocked in the first place.
One option is to replace the toilet for a more modern upgrade. However, this can be expensive. In the meantime, try using less toilet paper, or lower quality toilet paper. Avoiding the use of items like baby wipes and toilet fresheners will also help avoid the risk of a blocked toilet.
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