Clogged Toilet Repair in Waltham, MA

Clogged toilets may require experts to remove tough blockages. Call S.D.H. Plumbing & Heating at 617-304-8890 for services in Middlesex & Norfolk Counties.

While clogged toilets might seem like an everyday issue, sometimes your plunger isn’t enough. When this happens, you need professional repairs to get your unit working and help avoid water damage. Leave the work to our experts at S.D.H. Plumbing & Heating for appointments in Waltham, MA. We offer same-day appointments.

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How To Prevent Toilet Clogs

On the list of home plumbing issues, clogged toilets can be amongst the most dreaded. These are messy, gross, and inconvenient. To avoid these problems, consider these tips from the S.D.H. Plumbing & Heating plumbers:

Don’t flush disposable diapers or wipes.
Don’t place large wads of toilet paper in the toilet.
Don’t flush paper towels.
Don’t place items like Q-tips or other beauty and hygiene products in the toilet.
Don’t flush hair trimmings or nail clippings.
Keep a wastebasket near the toilet to remind yourself and others to throw non-flushable items in there.

How Plumbers Repair Clogged Toilets

If you have a clogged toilet at your house, your go-to tool is likely a plunger. While this can work in most cases, at times you need a better method. This is when you need to call the experts. They have specialized tools that they’ve been trained to use. Two common tools they often use are an auger and hydro jetting.

An auger is a hollow tube attached to an elbow fitting. A plumber can use it to dislodge the clog by putting it down the toilet drain with a flexible cable.

If a blockage is hard to remove, a plumber might need to use hydro jetting. A professional will insert a high-pressure hose with special nozzles into the drain to remove the clog. The hose is connected to a machine that pressurizes the water, creating a force to dislodge the blockage.

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Are You in Need of a Toilet Replacement Service?

To prevent water damage and other issues, it’s important to recognize the signs that indicate you need a new toilet installation or toilet services:

Age: If your unit is older and requires replacement parts to keep it functioning.

Cracks: Because most units are made of porcelain, they are prone to cracks in the bowl and tank cover. These can eventually cause leaks and can lead to water damage in your home.

Wear and tear: As your system ages, it can develop scratches from wear and tear. These can show stains and cause dirt to cling to them, making the toilet more difficult to clean over time.

Increased utility bills: If you notice an increase in your utility bills it can signal your aging unit is no longer efficient and is using more water than it needs to.

If you have a clogged toilet you can’t repair on your own, call S.D.H. Plumbing & Heating at 617-304-8890 for appointments in Middlesex & Norfolk Counties. We have more than 200 years of combined experience.