How much does toilet unclogging cost?
Most clogged toilets are cleared with a toilet auger in well under an hour, so the plumber's service call minimum is often the biggest part of the bill. If the toilet has to be pulled, or it is a night or weekend call, the price goes up.
Toilet unclogging prices at a glance
| Job | Newer pro | Experienced pro |
|---|---|---|
| Toilet clog, regular hours | $125 | $155 |
| Toilet pulled and reset, regular hours | $125 | $195 |
| Toilet clog, evening or weekend | $185 | $310 |
| Toilet pulled and reset, evening or weekend | $210 | $370 |
Labor and basic supplies. Big parts or appliances you buy yourself are extra. Prices run higher in big cities.
What's usually included
- Toilet bowl augered to clear the blockage
- Toilet pulled and the drain cleared from below if needed
- New wax ring installed when the toilet is reset
- Several test flushes to confirm the clog is gone
What changes the price
- What caused it. Toys, wipes and other solid objects may require pulling the toilet.
- Clog location. A clog past the toilet, in the branch line, takes more work.
- Timing. After-hours calls cost more.
- Repeat clogs. A toilet that clogs often may have a low-flow or venting issue, not just a blockage.
Do it yourself or hire a pro?
A flange plunger, the kind with an extra cup on the bottom, clears most toilet clogs. A toilet auger from a hardware store handles many of the rest without scratching the bowl. Call a plumber if water backs up into other drains, or if you suspect something solid is stuck.
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Common questions
Why does my toilet keep clogging?
Wipes, too much paper, an older low-flow toilet or a partial blockage further down the line are common causes.
Can a clogged toilet fix itself?
Sometimes a paper clog softens and clears after a few hours. Solid objects and wipes will not dissolve.
Are flushable wipes safe?
Plumbers often see them in clogs. They do not break down like toilet paper, so it is safest to throw them in the trash.
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