A blocked toilet can seem like an emergency job requiring a plumber to remove the blockage... but do not panic, as it is a task which is often easy to fix by using our FREE yet simple method. In the first instance we are going to try a mop and a sturdy plastic bag. As you can see from the many comments we've had, it seems that many people have had success with blocked toilets using our 'super sized plunger' which is made simply from an old mop with a plastic bag tied around the head. Make sure the bag is sturdy and won't tear too easily. This seems to be a sure fire way to shift the stubborn blockages that other plungers just can't deal with. Best of all it's FREE!! So, if you're stuck, before calling a plumber, give it a go. And please leave us a comment at the bottom of the page if it works (or not). Recent comments include: To unblock a blocked toilet conventionally rather than using the mop and bag method, here are the you will need:Unfortunately, toilets occasionally do get blocked, usually due to too much toilet paper or heavy loads being put down the pan.

First things first, you need to find the location of the blockage. If you have drain inspection covers outside, it is worth lifting the one nearest the pan. If the chamber is full, you need to try to clear the blockage in the pipes or around the drain either using a specialist rod or a makeshift device, such as a wire or piece of wood. If the , the blockage must be located somewhere between the chamber and the pan. In most cases, the blockage is found at the pan itself. Following these simple steps should fix most blockages:Try using a plunger to unblock the damage. Most people have a cup shaped plunger but this does not always work and can be a bit messy. Toilets bowls benefit from a specialist flange shaped or a ball shaped plunger. Both these types of plunger have a bottom which is shaped to seal the opening in the bottom of the toilet bowl. This seal action as you plunge creates the necessary vacuum and pressure and is more effective.A toilet or WC auger, available from most hardware stores, is a special plumbing tool used to clear blocked toilets.

This device uses a flexible clearing rod with a hand crank, a long sleeve handle and a special auger device at the end which is used to break blockages or retrieve them. The auger drops into the toilet as far as possible. It reaches about 0.5 metres. The auger is connected via the flexible shaft to the crank handle which you control. When the obstruction is discovered you clamp and turn the cranked handle and either push or pull the blockage to dislodge it. Once the blockage is removed flush and clean your loo and disinfect the auger. Another useful tip is to consider draining water from your toilet pan. If the water level in the pan of your WC is high, you should consider this. Try using any old container to bale out the water first or you can use a hose to siphon it off. You can also try pouring hot or boiling water down the pan as an alternative to using caustic soda. Often this can be helpful and will break down clogged up matter down your waste pipe. For more plumbing repairs, read our articles on and on this site.

So wish I'd found this before spending loads of money on drain unblockers-this tip is amazing works brilliantly! I did all the recommended things- hot water, soap, unblocking fluid- when I really wanted to stay Eco :( . My friend even lent me her bendy coil rod- nothing. Then I saw this, bought a mop and it was done in minutes! Thanks for the tip!aerus legacy vacuum cleaner We are glad it worked for you. sansai vacuum cleaner reviewsBut as a note of caution, there is nothing worse for blocking a loo and drains than baby wipes. miele s2111 cylinder vacuum cleaner reviewBaby wipes can snag on the joints of the drains and can cause a serious blockage. This is also very expensive to treat, as drain experts have to try and locate the blockage from above ground.

Therefore, please avoid putting baby wipes down your loo, as next time you may have a much bigger problem and a large bill. Yes it worked so happy, knew it was blocked because I used baby wipes, So glad I did not need to call my Landlord for a plummer, would have been embarrassing. We're glad it worked and saved you a plumber. Tried everything, coat hangers, bleach, stick, hot water and nothing. Then mop and bag, inserted mop head (in bag) and created a vacuum over hole and a few up and down motions it cleared. 2 days of blocked toilet (been busy)and was about to ring plumber! Daughter had a blocked loo and a flooded bathroom, she tried everything, we came over & then found your site and it worked!! Big thumbs up from us here!Took seconds and toilet unblocked! Thank you so much, Oh wow I've spent half the morning despairing trying all sorts of methods resulting in water reaching the top of the bowl! ! Decided to look for help this was the second site. I used a really thick black bin liner and gaffer tape it took about 3 seconds !

And was clear thank you so much I love the old mop and bag method.! Happy it did the trick. My husband and I spent the last hour trying to unblock the toilet. I tried all the tips that I found on the Internet none work until I found this site. I tried the mop and bag trick and it worked first time. A big thank you.The unconventional method REALLY works a treat ! Read the blurb, assembled the "mop plunger", did the job and back on the settee in 5 mins literally. Had given up hope til I tried the mop. Yes, you and every other person this has worked for :) We are pleased you've been able to sort out your problem. After getting frustrated trying a number of solutions I searched online.Did as instructed and whoosh, a clear loo! Does that officially make me a plumber? We are happy it worked! I half laughed at this and then in desperation tried it. Laughed with pleasure then and delight. We're really glad it worked for you up there in Scotland. Just used mop and a bag for life worked first time than ??

The wire coat hanger method was making it worse. But the mop in a bag did the trick. It took a few goes, but eventually glugged away beautifully! My friend and I were jumping up and down cheering! We are in a very remote part of the Scottish Highlands and getting a plumber is hard. But no need now. We're always happy it's helped someone out of a mess. Simple but very effective! Thank you, I was having a nightmare, it worked !!!!!. Fab that you haven't had to employ a plumber.Was getting desperate after a guest blocked our guest loo and it was stubbornly not clearing. Tried everything and then found this. You're welcome - there is nothing worse than a baby wipe for blocking a loo - we're glad you managed to sort it out. My loo has been blocked for 2 days due to putting kitchen roll and baby wipes down after cleaning up after our baby duck . Tried various products and none worked tried the mop head with bag on and straight away cleared it . Absolutely genius thank you