Is the Toilet Ready for Holiday Visitors?
It’s almost that most wonderful time of the year. Pretty soon, gorgeous, sparkling Christmas trees will be decorated with twinkling lights. Menorahs will be glowing softly by the window. Fresh snowfall will blanket the landscape, while people enjoy the taste of eggnog and gingerbread.
Yes, the holidays are lovely, but the horror of a clogged toilet can instantly shatter everything. A clogged toilet has no place in a Winter Wonderland, and yet, with the uptick in use that comes with holiday visitors, it is an unignorable reality. Don’t let a clogged toilet ruin the holidays this year - tackle the problem now!
Signs the Toilet Needs to be Replaced
The toilet is one of the most fixtures in the home. Because of this use, it’s also one of the more common repair issues for homeowners. While it can be a challenge when affecting the home, early detection is always the better solution. Some of the most common signs that a toilet needs to be replaced include the following:
- The toilet is 20+ years old. Toilets do not last forever.
- Multiple flushes are required for the bowl to be cleared.
- Any part of the toilet or bowl is cracked.
- The toilet is continuously running.
- The toilet makes gurgling sounds.
- The toilet flushes on its own.
- The toilet becomes clogged easily.
- Leaks are present.
- Rust is present.
- The water bill has noticeably increased.
If any of the problems mentioned above occur regularly, it is time to contact a professional to replace the toilet.
How to Avoid a Clogged Toilet (when more People are Using It)
If visitors are coming by for the holidays, make sure the toilet is working properly before they arrive. Have the toilet adequately maintained, inspected, and repaired on a regular basis by a plumbing professional. That way, the drain, plumbing, bowl, and all of the toilet components can be checked beforehand. Any repairs can be made, and any clogs can be removed. If the toilet is prone to clogging, do not use thick, multi-ply toilet tissue. Discourage guests from discarding garbage in the toilet by keeping a small waste bin in the bathroom.
Professional Clogged Toilet Solutions
Most homeowners know the basics of unclogging a toilet. There’s the plunger, the drain snake, and the chemical solvents, all of which are pretty effective against minor clogs when coupled with a little elbow grease. However, some clogs require the help of a plumbing professional. This includes clogs that occur deep in the pipes or at the mainline.
The plumber may need to remove and replace large sections of the pipe. Plumbers should also be called in for serious problems like backflow or overflowing. Plumbers have advanced techniques and equipment to solve the most complex plumbing problems, including cameras that can go deep within pipes, motorized drain snakes, and hydrojetting.
It takes a combination of skills, on-the-job experience, education, training, and high-quality equipment to solve some of the worst plumbing problems. That said, a true plumbing professional will remain undaunted, even when facing a plumbing disaster.
About John Henry's Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning
John Henry’s Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning have been proudly serving the area for over 20 years, treating each of its customers like family. With an experienced team, a stellar reputation, and fair pricing, it’s no surprise they are one of the most trusted plumbing service companies in the area. Contact them for toilet repair and replacement in Milwaukee, WI today!
