The toilet won’t flush or the water won’t drain when flushed is a common problem in most homes, especially homes where the bathroom is used frequently. สมัคร UFABET วันนี้ รับเครดิตฟรีสำหรับสมาชิกใหม่ If you encounter this problem, don’t rush to call a repairman because sometimes you can easily fix it yourself.

What are some reasons why the toilet won’t flush?

1. The drain is clogged.

• Caused by: Toilet paper, sanitary napkins, or items falling into the toilet.
• Observable from: Water flows in a whirlpool but does not flow down or overflow.

2. The valve rubber in the tank is broken.

• Prevent water from flowing into the toilet when flushing.
• Caused by deterioration over time or prolonged use of high pressure water.

3. The chain or cable from the button is broken.

• When the push button cannot lift the valve to allow water to flow

4. The water level in the tank is insufficient.

• Often caused by a stuck float or a malfunctioning water filling system.

5. The tank is leaking / broken / has algae.

• This prevents the water from filling up the tank and not enough to push the waste down.

A simple way to solve the problem of “the toilet won’t flush”

1. Use a toilet suction cup (black rubber ball).

• Place it over the drain hole. Press-lift-push it hard repeatedly about 10-20 times.
• Helps create water pressure to push the blockage down.

2. Use hot water mixed with baking soda + vinegar.

• Add about 1 cup of baking soda, followed by 1/2 cup of vinegar.
• Leave for 30 minutes then add hot water.
• Suitable for cases where there is grease or soap clogging the pipe.

3. Check the toilet tank cover.

• Check if the “rubber ball” and “lever” still work properly.
• If it falls off or wears out, you can replace the parts yourself. The price is in the tens to hundreds.

4. Use a steel snake (Toilet Auger).

• For deep blockages or ineffective suction cups, it is suitable for pushing out blockages that are too deep for the suction cups to reach.
• Twist the cable all the way in, then twist it back in and pull out the blockage.

5. Call a plumber when…

• I have used the above methods but it still does not work.
• Suspected that the main pipe may be damaged or there is a deep debris leak.

Tips to prevent toilets from flushing

• Never throw sanitary pads, thick paper, or trash into the toilet.
• Check the water tank cover once a month.
• Use a mild drain cleaner once a month.
• Do not flush cat litter or foreign objects down the toilet.

summarize

A toilet that won’t flush is often caused by a clogged pipe, insufficient water in the tank, or a damaged part of the tank. Many problems can be solved by yourself, such as using a pump, opening the tank lid to inspect, or flushing the pipes with baking soda. If the problem persists, call a plumber and don’t forget to regularly maintain your bathroom to reduce long-term problems.