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5 Things To Do When the Toilet Overflows

5/18/2022 (Permalink)

Overflowing broken toilet Dealing with an overflowing toilet can become stressful.

What To Do When a Toilet Overflows

Dealing with an overflowing toilet can become stressful if you don't know the proper way to fix it. Here are five essential steps you should take to alleviate toilet flooding in your Tulsa, OK, home.

1. Shut Off the Water Supply
To avoid further sewer damage and backup of water, it's important to shut off the supply. Locate your water shut-off valve below the toilet tank and promptly turn it to stop the flow.

2. Prepare the Area
An overflowing toilet can be a messy business, so you'll want to prepare for cleanup. Lay down old towels or newspapers around the flooded floor, which may collect more water in the next step.

3. Plunge or Snake the Flooded Toilet
Sewer damage can be caused by unseen issues, such as cracks in the underground line. However, a common cause of toilet overflow is a clog in the pipe. Use a plunger or toilet auger, also called a snake, to push out a clog and reduce the water level.


4. Dry and Clean the Area
If you have successfully cleared away a blockage in the pipe, it's time to clean the bathroom. Use fans to dry wet floors and cabinets, then clean the entire area with soap, water and bleach to kill bacteria. A water damage restoration company can also help with this step.

5. Call-In Professionals if There Is No Quick Fix
Sewer damage can be caused by more than just a clog in the toilet pipe. If you suspect there is another underlying cause, let a professional sewage company inspect the property and decide the best course of action.
Anyone can handle an overflown toilet by promptly shutting off the water supply, preparing the area with towels, snaking or plunging the toilet and thoroughly cleaning afterward. Consult with professionals if you cannot fix the issue on your own.

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