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Why does a toilet overflow?
A toilet overflows when there is a blockage in the pipes, excessive flushing, or a malfunction in the plumbing system, causing water to back up and spill over the rim of the toilet bowl.
My toilet tank won't fill back up. Are the pipes frozen or is there a corroded valve. How can I find out and what should I do?
replace the fill valve
Can you melt plastic in water like a small bottle lodged inside a toilet without damaging the toilet or pipes?
Melting plastic in water can be hazardous as it may release toxic fumes. It's not recommended to try to melt plastic inside a toilet as it can damage the toilet and pipes, leading to blockages and other issues. It's safer to remove the bottle manually or seek professional help if necessary.
Will flushing food down the toilet clog the pipes?
Sometimes it will, sometimes it won't. You're taking chances if you do. Same as putting a bunch of paper towels down the toilet. Usually the toilet will back up and overflow before the lines will clog as the p-trap built into the toilet is smaller than the diameter of the sewer pipe.
What is a stink pipe?
Every building has a "stink pipe." Usually located on the roof these pipes vent air to allow the plumbing drains inside the building to work correctly. As water flows into a plumbing drain pipe, air is vented out of the drain through the "stink pipe." The pipe that goes from the bottom of the back of your toilet, up the side of your house to let any gases produced by the waste escape into the air instead of bubbling back up through your toilet and sticking up your house.
Why does the bathtub drain make a noise when you flush the toilet?
The toilet and the sink both drain into the grey water waste lines. Because they are connected by piping, sound can travel through the pipes from the toilet to the sink.
How come gas doesn't come back up in the toilet?
Gas in the sewer line is prevented from coming back up into the toilet due to the water seal in the toilet's plumbing trap. This water seal acts as a barrier to block any gases or odors from entering the toilet bowl. Additionally, there are vent pipes in the plumbing system that allow gases to escape through the roof of the building.
Why do pipes vibrate?
Pipes vibrate when they are pushing air back and forth.
Where does the energy come from to warm the pipes at the back of the fridge?
Ammonia gas is compressed until it becomes very hot from the increased pressure. This heated gas flows through the coils behind the refrigerator, which allow excess heat to be released into the surrounding air.
What container holds toilet water?
A toilet tank, located at the back of the toilet bowl, holds clean water for flushing the toilet.
How is or could geothermal energy used?
Geothermal energy harnesses the intense heat beneath the Earth. Pipes lead down to heated, not liquid, rocks and bedrock. The pipes are driven back up under a pool of water, which it is heated and boils. The water flows, triggers an electric turbine, and geothermal energy is tapped.
Why would waste and toilet paper back up in basement floor drain when toilet upstairs is flushed?
You have a grinder pump that boosts the sewage up to the main floor to enter the drain system. The float in this pump system is not working correctly and the standing water level in the tank is too high. Adjust the float, it will cure your issue.
