How To Fix an Overflowing Toilet : A Beginner's Guide

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How To Fix an Overflowing Toilet
: A Beginner's Guide
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A toilet overflowing with sewage is a problem
we at A Better Plumber are trained to manage.
Before we arrive, here are some tips to keep
things under control.
By knowing what to do when a toilet
overflows, you're preventing unwanted
finances, water damage, and mess. 
Here are a few handy tips to keep in mind if
you ever find yourself in such a predicament.
One of the things that every homeowner
should know is how to stop a toilet from
overflowing. 
This is a skill that will come in handy if you
ever find yourself in the middle of such an
unfortunate situation. Before anything else,
call A Better Plumber's experts for help. While
waiting for us to arrive, know that you aren't
entirely helpless. 
Keep your home safe from bacteria and
mess when your toilet overflows. A Better
Plumber knows what to do best. Give these
tips a try before an overflowing toilet
consumes your house. 
Steps To Fix an Overflowing Toilet 
Manage the Water Supply. 
The most essential and logical thing to do
when a toilet overflows is to stop the water
supply to prevent it from flowing. Here are
some of the most effective ways to manage
your water supply:
Lift the float inside the tank.
When you lift the cover of the toilet tank,
you'll see the float, which controls the water
flow in the toilet tank. Lifting it will cut the
water flow.
Push the flapper inside the tank down.
Remove the tank's lid and look inside. The
flapper is located at the bottom of the toilet
tank. It covers the hole in the tank leading
directly into the bowl. Pushing it down will
prevent water from exiting the tank and
reaching the bowl. 
Turn off the water valve.
The water valve controls the water flow into
the toilet. It's located at the toilet's base.
Turning a valve off is difficult, and forcing it
will waste time. The first two ways mentioned
may be a lot more convenient to do than this. 
Do not take your hands off the float or the
flapper yet. Once the water supply is cut off,
the water will start to subside. When that
happens, you can remove your hand and do
the following steps. You can also remove any
excess water and put it in a bucket. 
If the water is murky, put it in a disposable
bucket. Once your toilet is fixed, flush down
the dirty water. If the water is clear and
doesn't have an unpleasant smell, scoop the
water out and drain it in your sink. 
Plunge the Toilet. 
After that, the next task is plunging the
toilet. Follow these simple steps: 
- Get your plunger. Completely submerge it
in your toilet bowl.
-Next, quickly pump the plunger up and
down until the water level decreases.
- When the water no longer covers the
plunger, flush the toilet. 
- Repeat the first two steps until your toilet is
working again. 
What You Should Not Do With an
Overflowing Toilet 
Now that you know how to fix an
overflowing toilet, here is a list of things
to refrain from doing when experiencing
one: 
1. Avoid using and flushing it. 
2. Avoid using chemicals. Let the
professionals take care of it. 
3. Avoid inspecting or removing any pipes
yourself because it may lead to flooding
and cause more damage. 
Why Do Toilets Overflow? 
1. "Flushable" products. 
Things like tampons, sanitary pads, tissue
paper, and baby wipes are meant to be
thrown in the trash can. Some products
may claim that they're "flushable," but
these products can block your pipes.
2. Clogged drain lines. 
When your home's drainage system is not
well-maintained or old, flushing regular
waste can be challenging. There might be a
buildup of waste or grease in your pipes.
Other culprits for clogged drain lines are
paper and hair.
3. Flushing down foreign objects.
It's a kid's instinct to play with water. One
of the common reasons for toilet overflow
is foreign objects that kids put in the toilet,
such as toys. Some items might be big
enough to flush but too big for your pipes.
Don't wait for your toilet to overflow
before you call a plumber in Denver, CO.
When you call A Better Plumber, we will be
there right away to do what needs to be
done and prevent any disasters you didn't
realize were imminent. 
We have all the necessary equipment to
handle any plumbing-related situation, no
matter the severity. We know how to fix an
overflowing toilet, address sewage
problems, and more. Call us today to have
your plumbing system inspected and
maintained by experts.
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