Most toilet clogs are caused by accumulations of paper products in the bowl’s narrow trap or by miscellaneous items that accidentally fall into the toilet and get stuck in the trap. A complete blockage can cause a toilet to overflow; a partial clog can result in sluggish flushing. Whatever the cause -- toilet blockages are more than frustrating. Find out how to unclog them.
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To unclog a toilet with a plunger, bail out excess water, leaving enough to cover plunger cup. If possible, use a flanged plunger. Place plunger cup snugly over drain opening. Standing directly over plunger, pump up and down vigorously 10 times. On last stroke, yank up on plunger with a strong pull. Repeat if necessary.
