Toilet troubles are a burden almost all homeowners will eventually face. But while flushing issues are common, that doesn’t make them any less annoying to live with. If your toilet is failing to flush as it should, it is likely being caused by one of three common culprits.
Here are the three most common toilet troubles behind a weak flush, in no particular order.
Clogs
Let’s start with the obvious. Clogged toilets don’t often allow for a full flush. While most people associate clogged toilets with overflowing toilet bowls, that isn’t always the case. A small clog, or a clog further down in your plumbing system, can take a long time before it causes water to overflow. Partial clogs, caused by small debris and buildup in the pipes, create an obstacle course of sorts for water to flow through – ultimately leading to a weak flush.
Plunging your toilet is often enough to remove these small clogs, but eventually, they will require professional assistance. If the clog doesn’t resolve with basic plunging or by adding hot water to the toilet bowl, it is usually best to leave it to the pros.
Low water level
Toilets require a certain amount of suction to flush effectively. This is created when water is released from the toilet tank to the bowl quickly. If you are experiencing a weak flush that isn’t caused by a clog, the next step should be checking the water level inside the toilet tank.
Most manufacturers will include a guide line inside the tank to indicate how much water should be inside. You may need to adjust the water level to ensure it meets the mark after each flush.
Technical difficulties
If you’ve checked for clogs and your water level is up to standards, it’s time to move on to more technical potential problems. Common issues for toilet troubles include a worn-out flapper, a broken lift chain, or a detached flapper. The good news is, most of these issues are relatively simple and inexpensive to repair, so your toilet troubles don’t have to lead to major meltdowns.
Toilet repair in Northwest Houston
Toilet still failing to flush even after you’ve checked for these common culprits? Give Rooter-Man Plumbers a call so we can find the problem and get things flushing fast again. To schedule an appointment, you can reach us at (281) 351-4422.
