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Wednesday, September 16, 2020

Common causes of a toilet that keeps clogging

 The most common causes VIP PLUMBERS come to face each day in Pretoria are:

  • Too much Toilet Paper

           You might think that toilet paper is designed for a toilet and therefore should not cause a blockage. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Not all toilet paper is manufactured in the same way you get toilet paper that does not dissolve well and you might have a low flow toilet with less water which results in less pressure. The thickness of the toilet paper is a factor. 





  • Flushing things that shouldn’t be flushed

       Some things like Tampons, Cat litter, Condoms, Nail clippings, Paper towels, Foodstuff, Wet-wipes, and many more other things should never be flushed down your toilet.

  • Older toilet models

Older toilet models might just not have enough flushing power.
  • Toilet vent blockages

As water flows down a drain, it requires air to balance the pressure in the drain line. When airflow is inadequate in the vent pipe, blockages are sure to come.
  • Sewer line clogs

New drain pipes are smoother inside than older pipes which means that waste slides down them easier, older pipes are rough on the inside which cause toilet paper to get stuck inside the pipe and form blockages. Also, roots could have penetrated the pipes which in turn holds the toilet paper back causing a blockage.
  • Toilet traps that block

Many toilet traps become blocked when things like toys, Hairbrush, Toothbrush, Razors, and many other items find their way into the toilet.



Toilet paper and bodily waste are the only things that are supposed to be flushed down your toilet. Non-flushable materials that continually make their way down the toilet are only one of a few reasons your toilet keeps clogging.

 Because these non-flushable objects are not meant to be handled by the toilet, these objects can easily become trapped in your drain pipes to form blockages.

The good news is if you live in Pretoria you can always rely on VIP Plumbers for assistance just call 081 490 8281



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