One, What to do if the toilet is blocked?
1. If the blockage in the toilet is not severe and there is still some water that can flow through, you can prepare a bucket of water and quickly pour it into the toilet. This will create a strong water pressure, and repeated operations should generally clear the blockage.
2. If the toilet bowl is clogged due to dropped objects, place a circular mop under the drain opening and press the flush button. Allow water to completely submerge the mop, then forcefully press the mop towards the drain, attempting to push any debris further into the drainpipe. Quickly lift the mop and repeat this process multiple times to clear the blockage.
3. Alternatively, you can use a plunger to unclog the toilet. First, press the flush button on the toilet to allow some water to accumulate. Then, place the plunger over the toilet drain opening and press down forcefully, then quickly lift it up. Repeat this process several times to unclog the toilet.
4. If the squat toilet is blocked due to foreign objects falling into it, it is necessary to hire professional plumbers to come and unclog it. If the blockage is not caused by foreign objects, a longer, thinner plastic tube can be used to unclog it. Simply insert one end of the tube into the curved part of the squat toilet where water collects, extend it through the curve, and then use force to push the blockage out.
5. For clogged toilets with s-bends, you can also use a drain snake to clear the blockage. To use the drain snake, insert the pointed end into the toilet's drain opening, then rotate the handle to push the snake further into the blockage. Continue rotating until you feel the snake catch on the obstruction. once you feel the obstruction is caught, carefully pull the snake out. The blockage should come out with it, effectively clearing the toilet.
II. How to prevent clogs in toilets
1. In everyday life, avoid discarding used cotton balls or cotton swabs into the toilet bowl. Although these items are small, they can easily accumulate and cause blockages, especially in areas where water tends to pool.
2. Some households, in an attempt to prevent cockroaches from being attracted to leftover food, and to avoid the inconvenience of disposing of waste, often pour leftover food and scraps into the toilet bowl, hoping to flush them down the drain. It's important to note that if the food is difficult to break down, it can easily clog the drain.
3. During bathing, some hair is inevitably shed, especially for women with longer hair. This hair should not be flushed down the toilet, as it can form a tangled mass that blocks other debris and eventually causes a blockage. Therefore, hair should be collected and disposed of in a trash can.
4. Furthermore, during renovation, it is necessary to install the toilet, and to avoid any cement-like stains from entering the drainage pipes, as this can easily lead to blockages later on. Therefore, during renovation, it is important to first cover the drainage pipes with a cloth, and then remove the cloth when installing the toilet.