Using the right tool for the right clog saves time, money, and your plumbing system. Start simple, go slow, and know when to call for backup.

Specifically designed for toilets, these have a curved rod to navigate the toilet's internal "S" trap. They often feature a protective sleeve to prevent the metal cable from scratching the porcelain.

For stubborn or deep-seated blockages, professionals use motorized or high-pressure equipment. How to use a plunger correctly (and use the RIGHT plunger!)

A flexible metal coil housed in a drum, usually 15 to 25 feet long.

These tools physically grab or hook the clog to pull it out.