Avoiding Toilet Clogs in Your RV

Here are some basic tips for avoiding any toilet clog risks while traveling in your RV.

There are a few things no one ever wants to deal with any setting, but especially while on the road in their RV. A great example here is a clogged toilet, which is already a problem at home - but creates even more stressful issues if it happens in your RV while you're traveling with the family for any sort of adventure.

At Campers RV Center, we're happy to offer a huge selection of new RVs, used RVs and more, plus parts, service and expertise on all of our vehicles. The good news when it comes to toilet clogs in RVs: They're not common at all, and with some simple steps, you can avoid their potential altogether. Here are some of the key areas to keep in mind to steer clear of any RV toilet clogging concerns.

Know the Basic of Your RV's Plumbing Setup

While no one says you need to be an expert in the specifics of your RV's plumbing, you should have some basic understanding of it. This can help with identifying potential issues before they become bigger problems - such as a clogged toilet.

For instance, you should know what kind of material makes up the pipes in your RV, and whether they are flexible or rigid. You should also know how the toilet is connected to the plumbing system, and what type of sewer connection you have on the outside of your RV. This basic information will help you troubleshoot any plumbing problems that may arise.

More Water is a Good Thing

In the rare cases where toilet clogs do take place within an RV setup, the culprit tends to be consistent: Not enough water present to help the material move through and out of the system. To avoid this problem, use more water when flushing than you would in any typical at-home situation.

This actually begins with how much water is used to populate the RV's tanks in the first place. Make sure to have at least a few inches of water inside each tank before you begin using them for any type of waste management, and then when the time comes to flush, use more than you normally would.

Consider Flushing Twice

Down related lines, it may also be wise to flush twice in any given RV toilet situation. This helps to ensure that the maximum amount of water is passed through the system and that the material inside will have a much greater chance of moving on its way out of your RV's sewage tanks.

If you're going this route, be sure to wait all the way until the water has fully emptied from the bowl before flushing a second time; this will guarantee that all of the material in the bowl can be flushed away with this added round.

Employ Waste-Specific Products

In addition to more water and double-flushing, there are also products out there designed specifically for RV waste management systems. These tend to be enzyme-based, and their intent is to break down the material inside the tanks in order to promote faster movement as it passes through.

These products are a great way to help keep your RV's sewer system running smoothly, and they don't require any more effort than using them whenever you empty out your tanks. They can even help reduce odors in the process.

Use Less Toilet Paper - And the Right Type

When it comes to the use of toilet paper in RV situations, it's important to be as conservative as possible. Try to use only the amount necessary for each visit, and seek out products that are designed specifically for RV toilets and their tanks.

These tend to break down faster than regular toilet paper, thus reducing the risk of clogs substantially. For instance, you may want to try out a product like RV-safe toilet paper, which is designed to float on top of the water and break down in half the time of standard rolls.

With the right preventive measures, you'll be able to avoid clogged toilets in your RV and keep your family's next adventure running as smoothly as possible. Be sure to follow these tips with every trip, and you can have peace of mind that you won't be dealing with any surprise toilet issues while out on the road.

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