A toilet auger is the tool for a toilet clog that a plunger will not clear, and its bent tube protects the porcelain while it works. It is a step up from plunging but still a manageable DIY job.
The tool
A closet auger has a rigid tube with a bend that reaches into the toilet trap, guiding a cable with a spring tip to the clog.
The insert
Lower the tip into the bowl and crank the handle so the cable works through the trap and into the clog.
The crank
Turn steadily, then pull back, and the tip either breaks the clog apart or hooks it out.
The porcelain
The tube keeps the cable from scratching the bowl, which is why a toilet auger beats a plain snake for this job. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters In Tempe, a stubborn clog may be deeper than the trap.
The feel
When the auger tip hits the clog, it usually grabs or breaks it within a few turns. If it spins freely and the bowl still will not clear, the clog is downstream.
The call
If the auger will not clear it, the clog is further down. Call 888-217-3585 and Tempe Home Plumbing Co will match you with a Tempe pro.
Plumbing in Tempe: what to know
In Tempe, hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Maricopa County — from Guadalupe, Chandler and Paradise Valley to ZIP codes like 85282, 85283, 85281 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
Need a hand in Tempe?
If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and Tempe Home Plumbing Co will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in Tempe.