Toilet Auger (Closet Auger)

Bathroom · Moderate

The flexible snake that clears toilet clogs a plunger can't. It's a tool, not a fixture — but worn tips and bent tubes scratch porcelain, so replace when it kinks.

Tools you may need

• Toilet auger
• Rubber gloves

Steps

1. 1Retract the auger tip into the tube and insert into the bowl at an angle.
2. 2Crank the handle clockwise while feeding until you feel the clog.
3. 3Work the clog with short back-and-forth cranks; never force the bend.
4. 4Flush to confirm flow; clean and dry the auger before storing.