Your toilet is one of the most important appliances in your home, and without the proper maintenance, the functionality of your toilet can decrease drastically. Fortunately, by putting in the right amount of effort and preventative maintenance, you can keep your toilet running smoothly for years to come. Here are some of the best tips to help keep your toilet system in proper working order.
KEEP UP WITH REGULAR CLEANING
Any buildup in your toilet bowl can be unsightly, but for those with hard water, staying on top of regular cleaning can be essential to keeping your toilet working properly. Minerals like limestone have a habit of building up after extended periods of use, causing larger clogs and pipe blockages if not regularly maintained.
DO NOT FLUSH FOREIGN OBJECTS DOWN THE TOILET
Your toilet is only capable of flushing human waste and toilet paper down the drain, so any other materials or objects going down your toilet can create large-scale problems like clogs and broken pipes. Even products marketed to be flushed down your toilet, like flushable wipes, are not good for your pipes and can cause major blockages if flushed too often.
MONITOR YOUR SYSTEM FOR LEAKS
Leaking toilets are typically harder to find unless they come from the external parts of your toilet. However, any dripping, constant running, or low water levels in your bowl can be a sign of a bigger leak. To properly diagnose and deal with these leaks, contacting a plumber is crucial for getting a proper problem diagnosis.
WHEN TO CALL A PLUMBER
For any large damage to your toilet, or bigger clogs and leaks, calling a plumber is your best option for a proper fix to your toilet issues. At Hawk Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc., our team of expert technicians can help diagnose the problems with your toilet and get your bathroom back in working order faster. To schedule a consultation with our team, contact us today.