You might be confused about whether the toilet unclogs itself when in a bathroom with a clogged toilet. The answer is a big Yes. A toilet ultimately unclogs itself over time. The things that clog a toilet are mostly water-soluble (that are dissolved in toilet water eventually). But before you allow your bathroom to clear itself, keep the following factors in mind:
Elements That Clogged the Toilet
Allowing the toilet to unclog itself will work only if the object that has been the cause of the clog is a degradable and organic material. Remember that if material other than a septic-safe toilet paper and human waste is flushed, the toilet will not be able to clear itself.
There are some items that people generally flush but should not. These items primarily include flushable wipes, diapers, and female hygiene products. The reason these items should not be flushed is that they are nondegradable. They can clog the toilet and even back up the septic system that you obviously would not want.
In case the clog was caused by any of the items mentioned earlier, you have to get a plunger to get things back to normal. Also, do not try to flush those items if you want to protect the septic system.
It is also of note that some toilet models and brands may deal with clogs contrarily. So it depends on the brand or model of the toilet you are dealing with that how better or worse it unclogs itself.
Size of the Clog
The second thing you should know is the size and severity of the clog. You have to observe how big and severe the clog is. If the toilet backs up some but then drains deliberately, it means that it has a partial clog. Such a clog is most likely to unclog itself and is the easiest to clear. The time required to dissolve most clogs ranges from 30 minutes to one hour mostly. But if you have another toilet to use or you can somehow manage to wait longer, the more time it has to dissolve, the better.
On the other hand, if you have an extreme clog or blockage that your toilet does not drain at all, there is the slightest chance that your toilet will unclog itself. You can get help from a plumber near me any time.
So in case of a big clog that does not seem to clear itself, you might have to grab a plunger and fix it as soon as possible. No need to worry if you do not have a plunger. There are some alternative ways to plunge without a plunger.
Also read: What Are The Different Plumbing Jobs?
How to Unclog Your Toilet?
Follow any of the methods below to unclog your toilet:
- Use a plunger to clear the severe clogs or blockages in your toilet.
- If a plunger is unavailable, you can use a toilet brush. Although it is not that effective, it can perform the same task. Force water through the toilet with a toilet brush with full force until it dislodges the clog and allows the water to flow freely.
- If the clog is too big to be handled by a toilet brush, you can switch to a DIY plumbing snake. It is simply a wire that plumbers use to break up clogs by putting them into drains. A clothes hanger can serve as a plumbing snake; you just have to unfold it. If you perceive an obstruction, attempt to work it around to disband the clog.
- Hot water is one of the convenient ways to unclog the toilet. There is no need to use boiling water as it can cause your toilet surface to crack. You can just get hot tap water from the sink and pour it right in. If your toilet is draining slowly or not draining at all, pour the hot water gradually, making sure that the toilet does not overflow.
