Blocked Toilet Repairs & unblocking in North Shore

Be it overflowing or slow draining toilets, there’s nothing more frustrating than blocked toilets. Even if it is a small blockage, it may ruin your day till it's fixed. Blockages in toilets are really messy to handle yet they are the inevitable as well as most used fixtures in your household. Therefore, regular maintenance of toilets can help to prevent blockages to some extent. If you identify any clogging in your toilet, don't try to fix yourself without professional assistance. Just give us a call and we will arrive at your home with the best-experienced plumbers to detect the problem and unclog the toilet in the most efficient manner so as to prevent any blockages in the near future.

What causes Blocked Toilets?

Toilet papers

Too many toilet papers if flushed at once can cause the toilet to clog thereby overflowing water from the toilet bowl. Even though the paper is soluble in water, flushing plenty of toilet paper may cause minor clogs in the drain pipes.

Toys and other non-flushable items

Many items like sanitary pads, diapers and that are flushed down the drain knowingly or unknowingly can contribute to the clogging of the toilets. Be watchful about the toys and other items that kids dump in the toilet as they can cause a major blockage in the system.

Corroded pipes

Over time, old Pipelines which come in continuous contact with water tend to lose their coating and start to develop rust along with creating pin holes on their surface. These holes develop into bigger ones making the pipe collapse eventually blocking the flow of water.

Clogging in the drain line

Clogging in the drains can be due to numerous reasons. But the majority of blockages are caused due to tree root invasion. If there are trees nearby, then there is a possibility that tree roots may penetrate the pipeline and cause a blockage.

Blocked S-trap

S- traps are S-shaped built-in traps behind the toilet bowl which are designed to prevent the sewer gases or other unpleasant smells from entering the bathroom. When non-degradable items like sanitary, napkins, toys, and other items are flushed down the drain, the S-trap gets clogged restricting the water to escape through the drain.

Hard water

Hard water can cause significant blockage in the pipes as it contains minerals and calcium which leaves residues on the inner sides of the pipe. Over time, these particles accumulate and obstruct the free flow of water eventually clogging the pipes.

Signs of Blocked Toilets

Foul smell

A bad and stinking odor from the toilet is a clear indication of a blocked toilet. Even though a foul smell is inevitable in every toilet, it should not be taken lightly as it may lead to severe problems if left untreated.

Full or Overflowing toilet bowll

The increase in water level in the toilet bowl is caused by the flushing of items like dental floss, wipes, toilet paper, sanitary napkins, and other things resulting in the blockage of the S-trap.

Slow draining toilet

If you notice any unusual delay in draining water from the toilet bowl it shows that something is obstructing the flow of water down the drain.

Gurgling noise

Strange or gurgling noise from the shower or other fixture is a clear sign of blocked toilets. A clog causes negative air pressure, causing the air to push back and make the gurgling sound instead of flowing through the pipes.
As soon as you identify any of these symptoms, you should seek professional assistance to clear the obstructions restricting the free flow of water and unclog the toilets.

Recommendations to Avoid Blocked Toilets

• Avoid flushing non-soluble items like sanitary napkins, diapers, toys, and other objects down the line. Instruct your kids not to dispose of toys or any household items in the toilet that leads to clogging.
• Do not use chemical drain cleaners to unclog the drains as they can damage older pipes and fixtures.
• Try not to flush too much toilet paper altogether or Use less toilet paper to avoid blockage.
• Seek professional assistance if the blockage persists for more than 2 days.

Although some minor blockages may unblock themselves over time, some need proper diagnosis by expert plumbers who can provide an apt solution for the problem.

Why Choose Us

At North Shore Plumbers, we have specialized professionals who are well equipped with the tools and technologies to unclog your blocked toilets in no time. No matter what the cause of the blockage, we assure you to find and fix the issue granting peace of mind.