Accidentally Flush an Object Down the Toilet? Try This!
On occasion, and especially with kids, accidentally flushing an object down the toilet is going to happen. But in this instance, what should you do?
No worries, I’m going to walk you through your options so you handle it in the best possible ways that you can before having to call a professional.
First, Turn off the Water
You can do this by simply turning the supply valve that’s behind that toilet until it is off. This ensures that while you are trying to retrieve it, there are no chances of water overflowing into your bathroom.
Try to Retrieve the Object First by Using Your Hands
Of course, make sure you have gloves to do this. If the object is lodged in the trap, sometimes you’re able to reach it with your hands and pull it out. If it’s lodged any further down than that, then you’re going to have to move on to a different method.
Try Using a Drain Snake
Oftentimes, using a drain snake allows you to use the cable as the catching net and pull the object back up through the drain into the toilet bowl. For the most part, you have a good chance of getting this method to successfully work.
While you can find most drain snakes at hardware stores, make sure you are picking up the right one to use for this kind of situation. There is a difference between a drain snake that helps retrieve items rather than one that helps break up a clog.
Use a Wet/Dry Vacuum
Using a wet/dry vacuum can help you suck out the object that’s in your toilet. The force of the suction can be the solution to pulling that object back up and out of your toilet. If you don’t already have a wet/dry vacuum on hand, you can also find these at your local hardware stores.
Use a Plunger
Lastly, if no other source is solving the problem for you, you can try using a plunger. A plunger can create a suction force to bring the object back up to the toilet bowl.
I would advise you to be careful choosing this option. Oftentimes, pushing down on a plunger before pulling back up can push the object deeper into your toilet drain. Therefore, this would cause you to almost have to call a professional if no other method is working for you.
Final Thoughts
In conclusion, try out some of these potential solutions for retrieving an object that in your toilet. Hopefully, one of these options on how to solve this problem will help you. If you don’t find success using any of these methods, calling a professional is your best bet.
Call 1-Tom-Plumber
Don’t hesitate to contact us here or call us at 1-Tom-Plumber (1-866-758-6237) regarding issues with your toilet, especially lodged objects.
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