A toilet that suddenly stops flushing causes significant problems for your household. You need to be able to identify the source of the issue and call a plumber as soon as possible. Here are three of the most common problems that prevent your toilet from flushing. 

Why Won’t My Toilet Flush?

1. A Clog

Clogs occur when something other than toilet paper is flushed, such as tampons, cotton balls, baby wipes, paper towels, dryer sheets, or cigarette butts. These items gradually accumulate and slow down water flow, forcing your toilet to work harder to drain. The stress and pressure from trying to move the blockage will backup your toilet. 

2. A Faulty Flapper or Lift Chain 

At the bottom of your toilet tank, a rubber flapper is attached to one end of the lift chain, while the flushing arm is attached to the other. When you pull the handle, the arm raises the chain, and the rubber lid by proxy, which releases the water into the porcelain bowl. Flappers and lift chains eventually loosen, warp, or bend, and allow water to leak into the bowl, preventing proper flushing. 

3. A Lack of Water in the Tank

When you flush, water from the toilet tank enters the bowl and creates the suction necessary to drain. The container should be filled at the pre-indicated interior mark (or about one inch below the overflow tube). When the water supply is below the fill line, your toilet will weakly flush or not at all. 

To restore your toilet’s flushing ability, contact the expert plumbers at The Plumbing Source. Serving Cleveland, OH, and the surrounding communities, their team has provided comprehensive inspections and repairs for 35 years. Along with precise, efficient 24/7 plumbing services, they also provide kitchen and bathroom remodeling, excavation, and HVAC services. Learn more about their services online, and call (877) 768-7239 to schedule an appointment with an experienced plumber today.