Toilet Repair Near Me in Chicago and the Western Suburbs

Toilet Repair Service in Chicago & Lombard, IL
If your toilet is running water or leaking, we know how to repair or replace it.

Toilet repair problems sneak up on us at the most inconvenient of times, so it makes sense to deal with a Plumber you can rely on and who will answer the phone when you need him most.

We get calls every week that go like this:

“I can’t figure out why my toilet is constantly running” or “We have water leaking from the upstairs and we’re not sure if it’s the toilet or bathtub drain” or “When we flush the toilet, we have sewer water coming out of the basement drain” or even “Isn’t there a better toilet flushing option out there that I won’t have to worry about clogs or running water.

The Rocket Plumbing answer is No problem, consider it solved!

Schedule a repair or just an inspection right away by calling us today.

Our Work: Toilet Repair

Signs You Need A Toilet Repair

  • Strange Noises – if you’re hearing sounds coming from your pipes or plumbing, you can be confident that you need a full toilet repair. It could mean that an obstruction is causing a blockage in your drain vent, preventing gasses from escaping. 
  • Constant Clogging – It’s normal for a toilet to clog once in a while. However, if you’re reaching for the plunger several times a week, there might be a bigger issue at hand. 
  • Frequent Flushing – It shouldn’t take more than one flush to clear the toilet bowl. Cranking the handle over and over is not only a bad sign, it could be making the problem worse. 
  • Rust – Metal parts looking rusty and corroded? Even the best plumbing systems may begin to corrode over time – it’s time to call in a toilet repair plumber near you.

A Well Maintained Toilet is Vital to Clean Air Quality

Believe it or not, for clean air quality, it is vital to have a well-maintained toilet!  

Protect Your Air Quality

One of the most important types of plumbing repairs requiring a professional plumber is for toilets. When there is a toilet problem, the possibility of a sanitation issue can be concerning. That is why it is recommended to have a plumber check it out.

It is because if a toilet is not repaired properly, a small problem may turn into a big problem. Even if there is a problem with the toilet and it is not being used, there is a potential health risk if it isn’t looked at and repaired by a plumber. 

There is a “p-trap,” which will stop the backflow of waste gasses from flowing into the home, and the water located at the bottom acts as the barrier between waste gasses and the air that we breathe. For this reason. you don’t want a toilet issue sitting too long before getting in touch with a professional toilet repair plumber.

For a professional plumber to evaluate your toilet or if you are experiencing another plumbing concern in the Chicago area, just give Rocket Plumbing a call, and we’ll look over the problem. Contact us at (773) 299-1600 and get your free toilet repair quote today!

Mommies Often Ask Us… Can I Flush This Down My Toilet?

We are often asked: “Can I flush feminine products and all the handi-wipes
my kids go through down my toilet?” Many toilet repair jobs stem from obstructions that are clogging the drains due to people not knowing what they should and should not flush. 

When it comes to protecting your home’s plumbing system, this is a great question.

After all, everything our plumbing systems do for us, day in and day out, happens out of sight.  Most people never see what the inside of their home’s pipes look like.

And with freezing weather always around the corner here in Chicago, pipes are ‘top-of-mind’ here at Rocket Plumbing. We have already been advising our customers on preventing frozen and burst pipes.

Things you should not flush down the toilet:

So for your benefit, I’ll also share my answer, earned from many years of clearing pipes:

1) Baby Wipes: 

They do not flush or drain the way standard toilet paper does. Baby wipes are heavy and tend to ‘glob’ together inside your drain creating what’s called ‘soft blockage’ which can only be flushed out of your drain performing ‘Hydro Jetting‘. What’s even more deceiving is that they build up over a period of time until your drain eventually backs up creating an emergency that can end up being an absolute mess!

Avoid putting baby wipes down your drain at all costs!

2) Q-Tips and Cotton Pads: 

These also do not break down, and if you’ve ever seen cotton pull apart when snagged on a rough service, you can imagine how easy it would be to create a blockage in your pipe system, snagging other debris trying to flow past it.

3) Diapers: 

As much as it would seem a logical fit to go into your toilet, these also do not biodegrade at all, and are even worse than the previous two on this list.

4) Dental Floss: 

This is also a bad idea. They can turn into a net, trapping anything else coming after it. Toss ’em with the diapers.

5) Paper Towels: 

Any mother will tell you paper towels are a godsend around our little ones. But they are of a tougher blend of fibers, and we see them creating blockages all the time. Best to avoid dumping down your toilet.

6) Menstrual Products: 

Definitely not, and here’s why… they are designed to absorb fluid, not biodegrade in it. You do NOT want to flush a material that expands into your pipes. Toss these in the same place you would diapers.

The Surprising Thing You Should NOT Flush:

Bleach.

If you are a frequent cleaner of your bathroom area with bleach, keep this in mind… bleach is actually too harsh a chemical for your toilet and septic system. We recommend getting the stains in your toilet out by using vinegar instead.

Rocket Plumbing has had a major focus on Drain Cleaning this past year, as we have adopted some cutting edge tools that not only clear pipes wall to wall, they even clean the pipe’s surface to prevent snagging material. So if you have tossed these items in your toilet in the past, we can clean those pipes better than any other plumbing company. Part of toilet repair and toilet maintenance includes ensuring that your drains are clear from obstructions.

If you are looking for home decor upgrades and have been eyeing a toilet upgrade, we can not only install that toilet upgrade for you, but check your system with our sewer camera while we are at it, and see how your plumbing system is handling your day-to-day usage.

Don’t hesitate to give us a call at 773-299-1600 if you have a question about any of the above, or if you’re in need of a toilet repair plumber.

Common Toilet Problems

What are the most common problems that lead to people calling for a toilet repair plumber? 

  • High Water Pressure. The State of Illinois has a plumbing code that must be followed regarding the incoming water pressure in your plumbing system. Why? Higher pressures can damage your plumbing system. Your toilet is the most vulnerable part of this system with it’s usage being high and the intricate mechanics of the fixture. How can you tell it’s high water pressure?  Keep an eye out for toilets that continuously “run” (especially at night), and listen for sounds of water internally leaking and even visible leaks coming from your toilet’s tank.
  • Water Quality. The exposed rubber and plastic components found in your toilet tank can break down from years of use after being submerged in chlorinated water. Obviously, if not managed will ultimately lead to a leak of some sort and a necessary repair.
  • Reoccurring Clogs.  Are you seeing water rising and spilling over the toilet and onto the floor?  If your plunger visibly appears to have done the job, but the flooding still happens… you have an obstruction that everyday tools can’t handle.  Call our plumbers for toiler repair in Chicago before you are confronted with wet socks from standing in a puddle of toilet water on your bathroom floor, again.
  • Running Toilets. Are tired of hearing your constantly “running” toilet? It’s not just the noise that will annoy you if you don’t get it stopped.  There are two main factors that cause a toilet to “run.” The most common problem, the tank ball (or flapper) within the toilet may have worn out and no longer seat correctly. The other possibility is the float valve inside the ball cock assembly isn’t shutting off correctly, from corrosion, or wear and tear.

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