Clogged Toilets – What Are the Top 10 Reasons Why a Toilet Clogs?
When it comes to modern conveniences, one of the most overlooked and under appreciated areas of a home or business is the toilet. If you find that your toilet is not flushing properly, it may be one of these top ten reasons.
1. Overfilling the Bowl – When using the facilities, people who have a habit of using a large amount of toilet paper to clean up afterward can cause the bowl not to flush properly.
2. Broken Piping – When there is a compromise in the plumbing line, it will cause pressure problems with the plumbing and the proper functioning of the toilet and drains.
3. Foreign Objects – The problem of having unwanted foreign objects being flushed down the toilet is normally found in homes with small children. These items can range from car keys to toys.
4. Full Septic – Homes that rely on a septic system to hold their waste may become full and cause the toilet to not flush efficiently. Severe conditions may cause sewage back up.
5. Tree Roots – For homes that have their septic lines running near trees, there is a chance that the tree’s roots have grown through the piping and have caused a blockage in the line.
6. Collapsed Drain Line – Normally a problem in older structures, many times the drain line that is outside of the residence can become weak and collapse. This will require the expertise of a plumber to remedy it.
7. Clogged Vent – In order for a plumbing system to function properly it needs to be ventilated. When the vents to the system become clogged the water pressure 
will not allow for proper flushing.
8. Grease Build-up In The Line – Many people are unaware that things like grease that they may dump into their toilets may ultimately cause clogs in the line when it solidifies and settles.
9. Tank Water Level Is Low – There is a minimum water level that must be maintained in the holding tank in order for the proper function of the toilet.
10. Toilet Malfunction – There may be a compromise in the construction of the toilet itself. If the inner tank components are not functioning properly, this may cause the toilet to not flush properly. There are a number of reasons why a toilet may clog. Whatever the cause may be, it is important to contact a professional plumber to investigate the situation and remedy the plumbing problems before they become larger and more expensive repairs or replacements.
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