We’ll show you how to clear your clogged toilet plumbing with a toilet snake and how to prevent clogs in the future. We’ll also show you what to try before you reach for any specialized equipment.
Step 1: Rent or buy a toilet snake. If you don’t own a drain snake, you can either purchase one or you can rent one from a home center for about $15 a day. Prices range from $15 to $70 or...
Begin uncoiling the snake using the handle down into the drain towards the clog. Keep the handle of the snake as close to the entrance of the drain as possible. The less slack the snake cable has, the more effectively you can control it.