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Brief History Of The Toilet

We all use the toilet several times a day. It is one of those things that most people never think about and it might even be something that we take for granted. Although most of us have modern bathrooms, years ago, people had to use the bathroom outside. This article discusses the history of the toilet. Read more »

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What To Do About A Toilet Tank Overflowing

Having an overflowing toilet inside the house can be a nightmare for the entire family. You'll have a hazmat situation at hand as you will need to clean the toilet floor and remove the effluent. Also, if this is the only available toilet in the house, it can really make matters worse. Read more »

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Why Does My Toilet Gurgle When The Shower Drains?

Whenever there the toilet makes a gurgling sound when you drain the shower, it's typically a sign that something is obstructed. The drain noises can be annoying to deal with, but more importantly, they can actually be the precursor to a blocked pipe that leads to the shutdown of your bathroom. Read more »

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10 Things You Should Avoid Flushing Down The Toilet

Using the toilet is a daily task and you may start to take it for granted. But when your toilet backs up and causes a huge mess with plenty of damage, you wonder about what is truly safe to put down the toilet. This article discusses ten items to never put down the toilet. Read more »

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Benefits Of Low Flow Toilets

One of the most beneficial plumbing upgrades you can do is to install low flow toilets. Older toilet models use quite a large volume of water to create enough force to remove waste. The low flow toilet uses much less than that. In this article, we discuss the benefits of low-flow toilets. Read more »

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How To Stop An Overflowing Toilet

It is stressful to watch your toilet overflow and spill onto the bathroom floor. While we may not be able to avoid dealing with a clogged toilet, we are able, however, capable of preventing some of the mess that comes with it. The key is to know how to stop an overflowing toilet. Read more »

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How To Fix A Toilet That Keeps Running

A leaky toilet wastes many gallons of clean water daily. This is not only environmentally unsound but also quite costly. Thankfully, in many cases, a homeowner can fix a toilet that is continuously running. In this article, we share 4 things to try if you have a leaking toilet. Read more »

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Ways To Fix A Weak Toilet Flush

With time, it's not unusual for a toilet to develop a weak toilet flush or a flush that doesn't quite get the job done. This article shares some of the more common issues that could be causing your toilet to have any incomplete or weak flush and their appropriate solutions. Read more »

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What Is A Composting Toilet?

While most people are very familiar with flushing toilets, composting toilets, often referred to as dry toilets, are useful in many situations. In this article, we discuss what a composting toilet is, how it works, and much more. This way, you can determine if this type of toilet is right for you. Read more »