– ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (for severe cases) $100–$300 later, the problem is gone. Necessary if nothing else works or if you suspect a main line issue. Fast and professional, but expensive.
– ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The MVP. A standard cup plunger is useless for toilets—you need a flange plunger (the one with the extra rubber lip). After 5–10 firm, steady pumps, most clogs clear. Cheap, no chemicals, and works 80% of the time. Just be ready for splashback.
Stop flushing “flushable” wipes—they’re not really flushable. That one change will save you from most future blockages.
4/5 stars – deducting one star because the process is never pleasant, but the methods do work.
For a standard blocked toilet, start with a flange plunger. If that fails, move to an auger. Avoid chemicals. Yes, it’s messy and mildly stressful, but most clogs are fixable in under 20 minutes with the right tool. Just keep a pair of rubber gloves and some bleach nearby for cleanup.
