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The Best Tools To Keep a Toilet Working Efficiently

Posted on February 12, 2021 by

The Tools the Professionals Use To Get the Job Done!

When it comes to plumbing problems, many homeowners try to get the job done themselves, which is especially true when the problem is a clogged toilet. That said, there are times when even the plunger isn’t strong enough to remove the clog. There comes the point when a homeowner knows it’s time to call in professional help. Still, it is always good to have some of the tools that the professionals use in their home. If homeowners have some of the tools, they could potentially slow down a problem until the plumbing company arrives. At the very least, it is just nice to know what all it takes to fix common plumbing problems in the modern home. 

Tools Used To Unclog

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It’s fair to say that nearly everyone has experienced a clogged toilet in the lifetime. Plumbing pipes are incredibly narrow, which makes toilet clogs extremely common. It is so common that most homeowners can eradicate the issue on their own with a plunger. However, there comes a time when professional assistance is required. 

Perhaps the most common tool professionals use to unclog a toilet is a plumber's snake. This tool is essentially a long metal retractable wire with a claw-like tip. The plumber removes the toilet from the floor and sticks the snake tool down the drain. The best thing about snake tools is how far down the drain they can reach. It’s fair to say that this tool will reach down and clear out the clog most of the time. 

Other than the snake tool, plumbers may also use: 

  • A speed-rooter
  • Switch Pack Sectional Drum System
  • A plunger

That’s right, a plunger. It’s not that the professional doesn’t trust the homeowner tried to unclog the toilet with a plunger, but it’s still worth it for them to try too if it means potentially saving some time and effort removing the toilet and trying another way. 

Tools For Other Common Toilet Repairs

Every professional plumber also has a set of tools or a toolbelt they keep on them at all times. Most of which, including things like: 

  • A plumber’s torch
  • Faucet key
  • Plastic pipe cutters
  • Thread sealing tape
  • Hacksaw
  • Adjustable wrench
  • Basin wrench
  • Pipe wrench
  • Various safety equipment

It is crucial for homeowners to know this because if a plumber ever arrives without a set of tools, they probably aren’t a professional or experienced plumber. At that point, the homeowner should ask to see the plumber’s official licensing another time and potentially fire the plumber. At the end of the day, it’s always better to be safe than sorry, especially when it comes to residential plumbing.

Tools For Replacing a Toilet

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Below are a few steps that are commonly taken when replacing a toilet. That said, it might seem like a simple job that doesn’t require a professional’s help. This, however, isn’t necessarily true. A plumber should at least be consulted before a job like this to ensure everything is done smoothly but most importantly, safely. 

The steps include: 

  • Turning off the water
  • Flush the toilet to get rid of the water in the bowl
  • Unscrew the screws at the base
  • Pull off the o-ring
  • Clean and dry the drain
  • Add new o-ring
  • Suction the new base to the o-ring
  • Screw in new bolts and base

Customers Trust First Choice Plumbing Solutions

When it comes to local Port St. Lucie plumbing professionals, it really doesn’t get much better than the professionals at First Choice Plumbing Solutions. They know the industry, and they know the trade like the back of their hands. They always show up on time and get the job done as efficiently as possible. To schedule an appointment for toilet repair in Port St. Lucie, call today!

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