Blocked Commode -

You should call a professional if:

: Kids' toys, toothbrushes, or combs dropped by accident. blocked commode

If you have plunged for 5 minutes and the water still isn't moving, stop. You are just tiring yourself out. You should call a professional if: : Kids'

: If you can’t reach the valve, lift the tank lid and press the flapper down to stop more water from entering the bowl. : If you can’t reach the valve, lift

Do not flush again! If the bowl is full to the brim, turning that handle again will send water cascading onto your floor. Find the water shut-off valve behind the toilet (the little silver knob) and turn it clockwise to close it.

This is your first line of defense. You need a (the one with the extra rubber flap sticking out of the cup), as it creates a better seal in toilets than a standard cup plunger.

Similar to the dish soap method, this chemical reaction can help dissolve buildup.