I took a bath and the tub didn't drain and the toilet was bubbling: never a good sound. The plunger was useless and after calling the plumber and not getting a call back, I got the snake a former contractor left here. I had no idea what I was doing but I tried. I then called Mr. Rooter, who I had used once before. One person was calling a dispatcher and after two hours it became clear their idea of an emergency was different than mine. I don't expect someone to come right over but I do expect a call advising me when I can or should expect someone. An hour after that I tried flushing the toilet and it worked. I will still try a plumber but the emergency passed.
You struck a nerve with me. I get so frustrated when others don't share my sense of urgency. Guess it's one of those things we need to forgive and move on or we drive ourselves nuts!
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Sheila Anderson
East Brunswick, NJ
Hi Donna. I don't forgive. I'll have to find someone new now, or tomorrow. TY Sheila
Good evening Sheila Anderson ,
So glad you posted just learned a great remedy by Jay Markanich ! Thanks for sharing.
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Sheila Anderson
East Brunswick, NJ
I had that to happen on a Thanksgiving morning, just as I was preparing the meal for my family of 14. Thankfully, my son was able to save the day, by taking several measures!
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Sheila Anderson
East Brunswick, NJ
Sheila- when we call for some kind of emergency it's nice to get some kind of reassurance of when they'll be out.
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Sheila Anderson
East Brunswick, NJ
Sheila, goofy plumbing is not my favorite thing! Glad you managed to get a good flush!
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Sheila Anderson
East Brunswick, NJ
Hi Sheila Anderson , It's tough when you are at the mercy of someone elses timetable. I'm glad you got it working before you had another emergency.
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Sheila Anderson
East Brunswick, NJ
Good morning Sheila. Not a good sound to be sure however, I did not know about the cup of dish detergent. Learned something new this morning.
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Sheila Anderson
East Brunswick, NJ
Good morning again Jay. I don't have liquid dishwasher soap in the house but will now. Thank you so much. Sheila
Dawn liquid detergent is a must have in any household. It is a miracle worker for toilet clogs and getting grease spots out of clothing. My husband travels with a little bottle to spot clean his shirts.
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Sheila Anderson
East Brunswick, NJ
Thanks Debbie. That's great but today I have both a plumber and a system guy here. Sheila
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