How To Correctly Use a Plunger

 

Using a plunger may not be rocket science, but you can still make costly mistakes with it. In many cases, a plunger isn't even the right tool for the job and may worsen the situation.

For this article, we reached out to the professionals we've heard great things about, Wasden Plumbing. Their plumbers have served Rowlett and Rockwall, TX, for over two decades. We will share the tips they gave us about correctly using a plunger. So without beating around the bush, let's get down to business.

Tip # 1: Understand How A Plunger Works

A plunger uses a clog against itself (We think that's where Thanos got the idea of using the "stones to destroy the stones"). If your toilet is completely clogged, it won't allow any water to pass. The head of the plunger uses suction to block the passage of water from the other end. When you push the plunger, the water has to go somewhere. The pressure pushes on whatever is causing the obstruction and unclogs the toilet. However, a plunger won't work if your toilet is only partially clogged.

Tip # 2: Don't Use It With Drain Cleaners

Chemical drain cleaners are the Molotov cocktails of drain unclogging. They're powerful but not exactly precise. Chemical drain cleaners contain highly corrosive compounds that can potentially damage your plumbing. If you emptied a bottle of drain cleaner in your toilet and it's not working, don't try doing it with a plunger. It probably won't work against clogs, but it might cause damage to your plumbing.

Tip # 3: If It's Not Working, Don't Push It

If you can pardon the toilet humor, there's a useful lesson here. If the plunger isn't working, it won't do anything, no matter how much time you waste on it. Also, if your toilet gets clogged quite frequently, it's because there is something partially clogging the plumbing about which a plunger can't do anything. 

Hire Master Plumbers in Rowlett and Rockwall

Wasden Plumbing is the most trusted team of plumbers in Rowlett and Rockwall, TX. The company holds a Master Plumber license and regularly fixes plumbing issues throughout its service areas. They also offer 24/7 emergency plumbing service, so you can count on them when your toilet spirals out of control at an odd hour.

Need a professional plumber to fix the root cause of toilet clogging? Get in touch now!