wiegie Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 So, apparently my wife was flushing a kleenex down the toilet and my one year-old threw a toy into the toilet and it went down before my wife could stop it. The toy is sort of like a little plastic cup (it's a bathtub toy) about 2 inches in diameter and about two inches or so deep. My wife flushed the toilet a few times to see if it was clogged and it seemed not to be, but now I can see that it is definitely clogged. So my question is, what should I do? (The toy doesn't seem to be accessible from the bowl.) Is taking the toilet off and trying to get the toy out that way my best option? Or should I just call a plumber? Thanks in advance for your advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hipster Doofus Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Try using a plunger to see if that will clear it. It that doesn't do it then try a toilet auger. It's a plumbing snake inside a protective tube that has a bent end. You pull the snake back into the tube as far as it will go then insert the end of the pipe in the large hole in the bowl. Next, turn the handle while pushing firmly on the snake. Don't use a regular snake in a toilet bowl. A regular snake will scratch and damage the bowl. If that doesn't work...call a plumber and open your wallet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thews40 Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Two bolts hold the toilet down. Turn off the water (you can see the handle on the wall), unscrew the two bolts on the side, and remove the toilet. I wouldn't try and plunge it, because you don't want the toy down the piples. I hope you find the toy. Go to Home Depot and buy a new wax ring (about $3). Replace the old wax ring and re-install the toilet. I hope you have two toilets in the house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yo mama Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Try using a plunger to see if that will clear it. It that doesn't do it then try a toilet auger. It's a plumbing snake inside a protective tube that has a bent end. You pull the snake back into the tube as far as it will go then insert the end of the pipe in the large hole in the bowl. Next, turn the handle while pushing firmly on the snake. Don't use a regular snake in a toilet bowl. A regular snake will scratch and damage the bowl. If that doesn't work...call a plumber and open your wallet. That's about the best advice you're going to get with out dissembling the toilet and goin' fishing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hipster Doofus Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Thought this might help. http://www.ehow.com/video_383_unclog-toilet.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheShiznit Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 take all toys away from child.....never let the child use the toilet...that should teach them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlanta Cracker Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Two bolts hold the toilet down. Turn off the water (you can see the handle on the wall), unscrew the two bolts on the side, and remove the toilet. I wouldn't try and plunge it, because you don't want the toy down the piples. I hope you find the toy. Go to Home Depot and buy a new wax ring (about $3). Replace the old wax ring and re-install the toilet. I hope you have two toilets in the house. It's probably stuck in the S in the toilet or just below. In addition to this, after you turn the water off, disconnect the water line to the toilet. Then you can totally remove it and turn it on it's side to have a look see. If you can't get it re-installed then a plumber will be the order of the day but it isnt that hard with a new wax ring (make sure you get the right size by measuring the hole after you remove the toilet). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ursa Majoris Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 I've changed out both the toilets in my place and found it trivially easy. Instructions are already given by others but whatever you do don't forget to get a new wax ring and put it in place the right way up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
montster Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 you didn't specify: adult "toy" or child's toy? it matters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azazello1313 Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 ...about 2 inches in diameter and about two inches or so deep... you didn't specify: adult "toy" or child's toy? it matters. she is married to wiegie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaP'N GRuNGe Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 liquid drano Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puddy Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Buy your house and move today! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
montster Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 she is married to wiegie The toy is sort of like a little plastic cup one wiegiette, one cup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiefjay Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 dude, you could have been screwed. Glad you caught that before it started backing up on you, slightly flushing, backing up, etc.... Luckily there should be no crap in there. I've done this twice now (damn kids). You'll most likely have to take the toilet off as others have mentioned and go fishing, basically sticking your arm in the toilet or most likely from the bottom up, it may not be easy though. Good Luck. And no you may not have to change the wax ring, bolts, etc.. if they are all in good condition. Have fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Footballjoe Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 (edited) This happened to us about 17 yrs ago. My wife flushed and my 1 yr old son threw his WOODEN toy hammer in. By the time I got home the hammer and swelled. I removed the commode and took it outside. It took 3 days for that hammer to dry out enough for me to get it out. I think the best thing for you to do is to remove the commode. As mentioned you do not want the toy to move down into the pipes where it could lodge somewhere else. I do a lot of plumbing repairs in my business so thats why I recommend this. Also as mentioned installing a commode can be trivally easy. However, some people just cannot do anything around the house. I have people that pay me to install a flush lever (handle) or hang a smoke detector because they are not handy. I like those people. Edited July 23, 2008 by Footballjoe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 0ne Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 If you have to remove the toilet bowl, get as much of the water out before doing so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Footballjoe Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 If you want to remove the commode yourself but think you will need some advice you can shoot me a PM and I will give you my phone number. I will be glad to walk you through it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catfish Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 If you’re tasking the toilet off, don’t forget to clear the tank and bowl of water after cutting the supply off. If the toilet is to clogged to flush, use your wet vac. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fingfootball Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Good Luck. And no you may not have to change the wax ring, bolts, etc.. if they are all in good condition. I would change the wax ring reguardless of its condition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 0ne Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 I would change the wax ring reguardless of its condition. +1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hat Trick Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 I would change the wax ring reguardless of its condition. +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocknrobn26 Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Also you shouldn't flush Kleenex down a toilet either. It doesn't deteriorate like TP does and can cause clogs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTed46 Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 I would change the wax ring reguardless of its condition. +1..I actually think this is a must Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatman Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Buy a new kid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savage Beatings Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Preventive Maintenance. Cover all of the other toys in the house with vaseline so that they go down more smoothly next time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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