How to Unclog a Toilet—Quick and Easy!

How to Unclog a Toilet—Quick and Easy!
Sounds pretty basic, but a plunger really is the best option for how to unclog a toilet. Jones M/Shutterstock
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No one likes to talk about it, but truth be told, it happens. Toilets malfunction. They get clogged. Sure, it’s inconvenient, but more than that, downright embarrassing if you’re somewhere other than the privacy of your own home. Here’s a cheat sheet so you'll know ahead of time how to unclog a toilet.

Stop It From Overflowing

The moment you realize something’s wrong, and the water level is rising, you need to act fast to turn it off.

Remove the lid on the back of the toilet and set it on the floor.

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