Our Toilet Got Clogged — The Plumber Used This Simple Ingredient We All Have at Home. Nobody enjoys talking about it, but let’s be honest—clogged toilets happen to everyone. Sometimes it’s an innocent mishap, sometimes it’s a mystery, but one thing is certain: fixing it is never fun.
When our toilet got so badly clogged that even the plunger seemed useless, we decided to call a plumber. I was expecting him to arrive with heavy-duty tools, maybe even dismantle part of the plumbing. Instead, he carried nothing but a small bag of supplies—and one ordinary household product that made me do a double take. He smiled and said, “You probably already have this in your kitchen.” Then he pulled out… liquid dish soap.
Here’s exactly what he did:
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He poured about half a cup of liquid dish soap straight into the toilet bowl.
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He told us to let it sit for 25–30 minutes. This gives the soap time to coat and lubricate whatever’s causing the blockage.
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While we waited, he filled a bucket with hot water—not boiling, but very hot from the tap.
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After the half hour passed, he slowly poured the hot water into the bowl, being careful not to overflow it.
Within seconds, we heard that magical gurgling sound. The clog loosened, and the water swirled down as if nothing had ever happened. The plumber explained that the dish soap acts as a lubricant, helping stuck debris slide through the pipes more easily. Combined with the hot water, it can clear many common clogs without any tools at all. Pro tip: If it doesn’t work the first time, you can repeat the process once more. It’s safe, cheap, and worth trying before you spend big money on a service call. Of course, some clogs (like ones caused by foreign objects) might still require professional help—but for everyday issues, this method is a game-changer. I couldn’t believe that something so simple could save so much time, money, and hassle. Now it’s the first thing I try before calling anyone.