6 practical ways to unclog a toilet drain without tools

If your toilet is clogged and you don’t have a plunger, try these simple methods:

1. Hot Water and Dish Soap: Pour a generous amount of dish soap into the toilet bowl, followed by hot (not boiling) water. Let it sit for 15 minutes.

2. Baking Soda and Vinegar: Pour 1 cup of baking soda followed by 2 cups of vinegar. Wait for the fizzing to stop before flushing.

3. Epsom Salts: If available, Epsom salts can help break down stubborn blockages.

4. Plastic Bottle Pressure Trick: Fill a large plastic bottle with warm water, place its opening into the toilet drain, and squeeze forcefully to push the clog out.

5. Wire Hanger Method: Unwind a wire hanger and carefully insert it to break up the clog.

6. Enzyme Drain Cleaner: Use an eco-friendly enzyme cleaner to dissolve organic matter.