Before you reach for that bottle of caustic chemicals, try this foolproof method for unclogging a toilet with hot water.

Most clogged toilets can be unstopped with soap, hot water and time. A clogged toilet and a plunger typically go hand-in-hand. But if you don't have a plunger and you're dealing with a clog, don't ...

• Homeowners can clear many toilet clogs without a plunger by using common household items. • Plunger alternatives create water or air pressure to break up the blockage or physically dislodge it. • ...

When your toilet is clogged, you may be tempted to keep flushing, but don’t do that. Here’s what to do. A clogged toilet is annoying, but avoid the flush-and-prayer method to flush multiple times, as ...