3 Potential Causes of a Slow-Flushing Toilet
“What is wrong with the toilet?” That is a question a lot of people end up asking when the toilet flushes slowly. Ignoring this plumbing issue could prove to be a big mistake. Something is wrong somewhere and, unless the problem is addressed, a flood or other mishap is likely to occur. It might seem odd as to why the toilet is slow-flushing all of a sudden. Once you understand three potential causes, calling up a plumbing company becomes a number-one priority.
A Partial Clog
A complete clog would cause an overflow. The reason is the water flushed from the toilet would run into a blockage, have nowhere to go, and then back up into the bathroom. A partial clog means some of the water is traveling through, but not all of it. So, the water empties out very slowly. This is a more serious problem than it seems. At some point, a partial blockage could end up being a full blockage. Once the total blockage occurs, an overflow is going to happen.
Leak in the Pipes
Leaks in the plumbing system could lead to reduced water pressure. Low water pressured does not just affect the water coming out from the faucets. The water in the septic system feels the effects as well. The lowered water pressure might undermine the toilet’s ability to flush quickly. Beyond this obvious problem, the leak could lead to contaminated water collecting somewhere in the house. A great many health hazards might derive as a result.
The Toilet Is Damaged
This might be one of the more overlooked reasons why slow-flushing is occurring. A toilet’s internal parts only last so long. When a chain is worn out, it has to be replaced. The same is true of other working components. At some point, the entire toilet may need to be replaced. Getting rid of the problems solves it. If the toilet itself is the problem, then the toilet has to go.
Call In Some Help
Dealing with a slow-flushing toilet is not always easy and, when the cause is something major, then contacting a professional plumber is the only advisable step. With an experienced crew on the job, the trouble can be ascertained and the right fix employed. Better still, all this happens without needless delays or with any worse damage occurring.
Your Chandler, AZ home toilet issues can be a nuisance. Call ABC Plumbing & Rooter at (480) 726-1600 today, and let’s get your toilet back to its flushing state!
