How to unclog a toilet fast

It’s never an ideal situation: A quick trip to the bathroom followed by a single flush and, boom, you’re dealing with a clogged drain or—much worse—a nearly overflowing toilet.

If you find yourself without a plunger, you don’t know how to plunge a toilet, or if you’ve tried using a plunger and it didn’t work, you have a few options left before resorting to hiring a plumber. The good news is that you can usually take care of a clogged toilet or toilet overflow using items you already have in your bathroom or kitchen cabinets.

1.

Pour in Some Hot (But Not Boiling) Water

When you notice a nasty clog or your toilet won’t flush, your best bet is to pour in some hot water.

How to unclog toilet when nothing works

You can turn the tap in your bathroom sink or tub to the hottest setting or heat the water up a bit on the stove, but don’t let the water get to boiling point. Pour it down the drain and let it sit for a few minutes to see if it loosens the clog.

You’ll know if your efforts were successful if you see the water start to drain. Then, give

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