Is the Toilet Ready for Holiday Guests?
Since the start of 2020, people have been counting down the days until the end of 2020. It’s been a tough year for many people, but there isn’t much further to go. The holidays are right around the corner and will be a great way to welcome the new year and put 2020 in the past.
The holiday season is filled with fun decorations, great food, and time together with family and friends. The one thing the holidays shouldn’t be filled with is a plumbing disaster. As the holidays get closer, homeowners need to make sure their home and plumbing system are ready for extra guests.
When Is It Time To Replace the Toilet?
As the holiday food and drinks are flowing, people will have to use the bathroom. And if there are more people at the house to celebrate the holidays, the bathroom will be used more frequently and needs to keep up with demand!
Homeowners who want to avoid a toilet emergency over the holidays should pay attention to these signs of a toilet breakdown:
- Rocking toilet: If a toilet rocks or wobbles when someone sits on it, that is not a good sign. Some bolts may have started to come loose, or the floor underneath the toilet might be rotting away!
- Leaking toilet: A leaking toilet can be hard to spot. If there are no puddles on the floor, homeowners may notice the sound of running water or a spike in the water bill.
- Cracks in the tank: If homeowners begin to notice puddles forming around the toilet, there likely is a crack in the tank, causing it to leak.
- Constant clogging: Many toilets will clog now and then. However, if the toilets start to clog once a week or even more frequently, the toilet will likely need replacement.
Avoiding Clogged Toilets
Toilet clogs are a hassle to deal with on any day. However, when guests are spending the day at the house, it can be even more of a hassle. Homeowners should be aware of what’s being flushed down the toilet since this is the best way to avoid a clog in the first place. Toilet paper is the only thing that should be flushed.
Other products like tissues, wipes, feminine products, cotton balls, or Q-tips should not. Homeowners may want to remind their guests of these common toilet rules. If it feels a little awkward to have this conversation directly, consider purchasing a light-hearted toilet humor sign to put up in the bathroom instead. It’s a great decor and an excellent reminder for guests.
Clogged Toilet Solutions
As mentioned, clogged toilets are a common problem and will happen now and then.
If homeowners experience a clog, there are a few things they can try to fix it on their own:
- Plunger: Most homeowners have one of these handy tools lying around somewhere. Using a plunger is typically an effective way to get rid of small toilet clogs.
- Dish soap and warm water: There are several other home remedies to clear a toilet clog using materials that homeowners have around the house. Pouring a bit of dish soap into the toilet bowl along with a bucket of warm water can help to soften the clog and make it easier to flush.
- Drain snakes: This another good option if the clog isn’t too far down. The snake can grab hold of the clog and pull it out.
If homeowners try these solutions with no luck, it’s time to bring in a professional.
About B&L Plumbing
B&L Plumbing is a local Colorado Springs, CO plumbing company dedicated to providing top-quality plumbing services for its customers for over two decades. They believe that being a great plumber means more than just having a license and the right tools. It’s also about providing exceptional service, and B&L plumbing provides both.
