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For many people, unclogging the toilet consists of grabbing the plunger, and then moving the apparatus up and down to remove the obstruction stuck in the bowl. This often requires steady and forceful plunging to release the clog, and for those who have arm weakness, using a plunger is next to impossible. Read the information below to learn three simple ways to get rid of a toilet clog when you lack strength in your arms.

Liquid Dish Soap

An easy way to unclog your toilet that does not require arm strength is to use liquid dish soap. If necessary, you can substitute the dish soap with liquid hand soap or shampoo.

1. Squirt approximately one-half a cup of dish soap into the bottom of the toilet bowl.
2. Turn on the hot water faucet and run the water until it is hot.
3. Pour about four cups of hot water into the toilet bowl along with the dish soap. You can add the water to the toilet stool in smaller increments if it is difficult for you to handle the container holding four cups of water.
4. Wait 30 minutes to give the hot water and soap a chance to penetrate the clog, and then flush the toilet.

Since the liquid soap weighs more than water, it sinks to the bottom of the stool and lubricates the obstruction so it can easily flow down the toilet. For a very stubborn clog, place the water and soap into the toilet and let it work overnight, then flush it all down the next morning.

Baking Soda and Vinegar Mixture

When mixed together, these two kitchen ingredients cause a chemical reaction that can easily take out a toilet clog without taxing your arms. As these substances collide, they produce energy, which causes the mixture to fizz and expand. The expansion of these substances puts pressure on the toilet clog and causes it to move on through the pipes.

Place one-half a cup of baking soda into the toilet and then pour the same amount of white vinegar into the bowl. Allow the concoction to fizz for 30 minutes and then pour hot water into the clogged toilet.

It may take several minutes for the mixture to begin unclogging the toilet, and as it starts to work, you will notice the water slowly draining out of the bowl. If some of the water remains in the bowl, repeat the process until the toilet flushes completely.

Chlorine Bleach

To use this method of clearing a toilet clog without the use of arm strength, head to the laundry room for a jug of chlorine bleach. Before opening the bleach, place old towels or newspapers on the floor in case the bleach splashes on the floor while pouring it into the toilet.

Measure out two cups of chlorine bleach and pour it into your toilet. Use warm water from the faucet and add it to the toilet until the bowl is over half-full of water.

Allow the bleach and water to work on the clog for 30 minutes before flushing the toilet. The bleach attacks the clog and the force of the water adds pressure to the obstruction and aids in pushing it down during the flush.

If you have a medical condition or an injury that causes arm weakness, and your toilet is not cooperating, follow the tips above to unclog your toilet without having to use physical strength. If the clog is severe or it is located outside in the sewer line, contact a professional service that provides plumbing repairs to get your toilet running again as soon as possible.

For more information, contact a company like Laroc Refrigeration-Metal Division.