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Q: How do you unclog a toilet when the bowl is full?

• <div><p>A bit of water in the bowl can help unclog a toilet, especially if you're using a plunger. However, if the bowl is full to the brim, you'll need to strap on gloves and remove some of the wastewater in a cup or container so it doesn't overflow when you try to unblock the pipe. If you're concerned about it filling further, manually close the flapper in the toilet tank or turn off the water supply to the toilet.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to clear a commercial drain blockage?

• <div><p>Most blockages can be cleared in 1-3 hours, but severe issues may take longer.</p></div>

Q: Can you leave a toilet clogged overnight?

• <div><p>Usually it&rsquo;s fine to leave a toilet clogged overnight, as long as it&rsquo;s not close to overflowing. In some cases, the extra time may give the clog time to work itself out. For example, if it&rsquo;s caused by an excess of toilet paper, letting it sit could result in the clog dissolving and you may be able to simply flush it away by the time you wake up. </p><p>Only let it sit though if you have more than one toilet in the home.</p></div>

Q: What happens if you don’t have a sewer cleanout?

• <div><p>If you don&rsquo;t have a sewer cleanout, clearing out clogs can be extremely difficult. You would need to try to clear the clog from sink drains, but it can be harder to reach the clog all the way in the drain line. A sewer cleanout makes it much faster and easier for pros to clear clogs from your main sewer line. </p></div>

Q: How do you unclog a garbage disposal with standing water?

• <div><p>For disposal clogs with standing water, use a sink plunger and place it over the garbage disposal drain. Push the sink plunger up and down the drain about six to eight times before lifting. If the sink drains, the clogged food particles are dislodged from the drain. If there&rsquo;s still standing water, repeat the steps until the standing water clears out. </p></div>

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Last update on November 22, 2025

Reviewed in October 2016
We called just after noon and he was here around 1p. Very prompt! He was very professional and got several clogs out of our pipe. He even gave us good advice concerning our garbage disposal and usage of liquid pipe cleaners (which he said not to use again.) The cost was very reasonable, also.
D & S Sewer Service
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Reviewed in January 2014
He also provided plans for additional plumbing updates. I am not certain if he remains in business as I tried to contact him for another job but was unable to do so.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Champaign
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Reviewed in December 2019
Our basement drains were backing up when we ran the washing machine, and Mid-state came out to clean our drains. They initially forgot about our appointment, but came soon after we called to remind them. They were here about an hour and cleared a large clump of roots from our pipes, resolving...
Mid-State Sewer Services
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Reviewed in March 2011
I have used Clean Line multiple times over the past 20 years and they have always been great. This most recent time though was exceptional. They came out and couldn't get trough the clog in the sewer. He called a competitor to come out and didn't charge me a dime for almost a full hour worth of...
Clean Line Sewer Service
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Reviewed in January 2014
Had a sewer backup and rented a 100 foot long main line auger. The auger went out basically 100 feet and found a few minor roots, but the backup persisted, and I knew that I needed something longer. So, I called various companies and these guys had schedule availability, and they assured me...
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services
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Hiatt Repair and Maintenance

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We are a family owned property maintenance and repair company that specializes in customer satisfaction, residential or commercial.

24/7 Plumbers in Champaign

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24/7 Plumbers in Champaign

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47 years of experience

Best services possible for the homeowners and business owners in our community. To that end, each and every master plumber here at 24/7 Plumbers is held to the highest standards of training, experience, versatility, and professionalism. This means that when you choose 24/7 Plumbers you can count on receiving the precise service solutions you’re looking for quickly and with quality that’s built to last.

Mid-State Sewer Services

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Mid-State Sewer Services

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

General hours of operation are 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Afterhours service is available.

"Our basement drains were backing up when we ran the washing machine, and Mid-state came out to clean our drains. They initially forgot about our appointment, but came soon after we called to remind them. They were here about an hour and cleared a large clump of roots from our pipes, resolving the issue. The cost was $175, which I thought was reasonable."

Margaret W on December 2019

General hours of operation are 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Afterhours service is available.

"Our basement drains were backing up when we ran the washing machine, and Mid-state came out to clean our drains. They initially forgot about our appointment, but came soon after we called to remind them. They were here about an hour and cleared a large clump of roots from our pipes, resolving the issue. The cost was $175, which I thought was reasonable."

Margaret W on December 2019

Mike's SEAMLESS GUTTERS

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Mike's SEAMLESS GUTTERS

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21 years of experience

Providing 5 & 6 inch seamless guttering and ALL guttering services. We clean gutters inside and out. We remove and replace old gutters. We install on brand new homes. We clean drains and irrigation tiles. We get the water away from your foundation. Free Estimates. Family Owned.

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"very smoothly"

Sukran A on August 2018

"very smoothly"

Sukran A on August 2018

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Champaign

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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Champaign

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Customers say: Quick response

55 years of experience

At Mr. Rooter® Plumbing every customer’s individual needs are important. Whether it’s a simple sink clog or a damaged sewer line, you can count on a Mr. Rooter plumber to take care of your plumbing needs – day or night – with never an overtime charge. Our professional service, quality products and honest, up-front pricing make Mr. Rooter the best value in plumbing services nationwide. Mr. Rooter is ready for all emergency plumbing issues, from clogged drains and sewage backups to frozen pipes and leaking water heaters. You can count on an expert diagnosis from Mr. Rooter with our camera inspection tools. Then we’ll fix it right the first time, whether it takes HydroScrub® drain cleaning or trenchless pipe repair, with courteous smiles on our faces. There's a reason they call us Mr.® Call your local Mr. Rooter today.

"prompt, efficient, neat."

Andrew S on July 2018

"prompt, efficient, neat."

Andrew S on July 2018

Popejoy Inc

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Popejoy Inc

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Customers say: Super punctual

41 years of experience

People pleasing solutions since 1984. Popejoy Incorporated is the premier dealer of all the latest commercial and residential products including Trane, Weil McLain, Generac, Northstar Products, Delta, and many more.

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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

A bit of water in the bowl can help unclog a toilet, especially if you're using a plunger. However, if the bowl is full to the brim, you'll need to strap on gloves and remove some of the wastewater in a cup or container so it doesn't overflow when you try to unblock the pipe. If you're concerned about it filling further, manually close the flapper in the toilet tank or turn off the water supply to the toilet.

Most blockages can be cleared in 1-3 hours, but severe issues may take longer.

Usually it’s fine to leave a toilet clogged overnight, as long as it’s not close to overflowing. In some cases, the extra time may give the clog time to work itself out. For example, if it’s caused by an excess of toilet paper, letting it sit could result in the clog dissolving and you may be able to simply flush it away by the time you wake up.

Only let it sit though if you have more than one toilet in the home.

If you don’t have a sewer cleanout, clearing out clogs can be extremely difficult. You would need to try to clear the clog from sink drains, but it can be harder to reach the clog all the way in the drain line. A sewer cleanout makes it much faster and easier for pros to clear clogs from your main sewer line.

For disposal clogs with standing water, use a sink plunger and place it over the garbage disposal drain. Push the sink plunger up and down the drain about six to eight times before lifting. If the sink drains, the clogged food particles are dislodged from the drain. If there’s still standing water, repeat the steps until the standing water clears out.

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