If neither works, the clog may be in the main sewer line—time to call a professional.
A plunger is a simple tool, but it’s not magic. 80% of “broken plunger” cases are solved by getting a toilet flange model and making a rock-solid seal. The other 20% need a snake. Now go unclog with confidence. why isn't my plunger working
Plunging works by using water pressure to force the clog through the pipe. Air is compressible, but water is not. If your toilet bowl is mostly empty, you are just pumping air, which won't generate enough force to move the blockage. If neither works, the clog may be in