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Good day everyone. Plumbers in the house I recently opened our toilet chamber and noticed that the water does not flow down through the pipe connecting to the soakaway.

I'm confused if the soakaway is full (because whenever i pour water inside the chamber, instead of flushing down, some waste products will come out from the pipe leading to the soakaway) or if our neighbors children have used p@d to block their own chamber.. thereby causing water from ours not to pass?

Who has a solution to this please? 🙏🙏

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Una don use Pads and Condoms block the soak away

Na plumber 🪠🪠🪠 go use head carry the matter..

Add salt inside the chamber

Call a plumber to fix it. Simple.

Keep pouring more water when it fills up den you can convert it to swimming pool, since it not serving the purpose it was created for.

Go get a plumber to do it, the plumber will help clear the clogged channels and chambers.

Pour 5k hypo inside ur toilet if the soakaway never full

GROK HAS THIS TO SAY.
It sounds like you're experiencing a blockage or drainage issue with your toilet and soakaway system. Based on your description, here are the likely scenarios and steps to diagnose and resolve the issue:
Possible Causes:
full or Overloaded Soakaway:If your soakaway (septic tank or soakaway pit) is full or clogged, it can prevent water and waste from draining properly. This could cause backflow, where waste comes back up the pipe when you flush or pour water into the toilet chamber.
Soakaways can become full due to excessive waste accumulation, poor soil drainage, or lack of maintenance (e.g., not pumping out the septic tank regularly).

Blockage in the Pipe:The pipe connecting your toilet to the soakaway might be blocked by solid waste, sanitary products (like pads), or other debris. This could explain why water and waste are not flowing properly and are backing up.

Neighbor's Blockage Affecting Your System:If your soakaway or drainage system is shared with your neighbors, their actions (e.g., flushing non-degradable items like sanitary pads) could cause a blockage that affects your toilet's drainage. Shared systems are less common but possible, especially in closely built homes.

Pipe Design or Installation Issues:If the pipe has improper slope, bends, or is too narrow, it could hinder proper flow, leading to blockages or slow drainage.

Steps to Diagnose and Fix the IssueCheck for Blockage in the Toilet or Pipe:Use a Plunger: Try using a toilet plunger to clear any minor blockages in the toilet or the pipe leading to the soakaway.
Manual Inspection: If safe and feasible, inspect the toilet chamber and the pipe opening for visible obstructions like sanitary pads, plastics, or solid waste.
Pour Water Test: Pour a bucket of water into the toilet to see if it drains slowly or backs up. If waste comes up, the blockage is likely in the pipe or further down toward the soakaway.

Inspect the Soakaway:Check for Fullness: If you have access to the soakaway or septic tank, check if it’s full. Signs include standing water, foul odors, or slow drainage across multiple fixtures (e.g., sinks or other toilets).
Professional Inspection: If you’re unsure, hire a plumber or septic tank service to inspect and possibly pump out the soakaway. They can also check if the soakaway’s drainage field is clogged or saturated.

Investigate Shared Drainage (Neighbor Issue):If you suspect your neighbors’ actions (e.g., flushing pads) are causing the issue, check if you share a soakaway or drainage line. Look for signs like similar drainage issues in their home or ask them politely if they’ve noticed problems.
A plumber can use a drain camera or tracer to confirm if the blockage originates from a shared pipe or your neighbor’s system.

Clear the Pipe:Plumbing Snake/Auger: A plumber can use a drain snake to clear blockages in the pipe leading to the soakaway.
High-Pressure Water Jetting: For stubborn blockages, a professional might use water jetting to clear the pipe.
Avoid Flushing Non-Degradables: Ensure no one in your household is flushing items like sanitary pads, diapers, or wipes, as these can cause blockages.

Prevent Future Issues:Regular Maintenance: If the soakaway is full, schedule regular pumping (every 2–5 years, depending on usage).
Install a Filter: Consider installing a filter or trap in the drainage system to catch non-degradable items before they reach the soakaway.
Educate Neighbors: If the system is shared, discuss proper usage with neighbors to prevent them from flushing items that cause blockages.

Immediate ActionsStop Using the Toilet: Until the issue is resolved, avoid flushing to prevent further backflow or overflow.
Call a Plumber: A professional plumber can diagnose whether the issue is a blocked pipe, a full soakaway, or a shared drainage problem. They can also confirm if your neighbor’s actions are contributing.
Avoid DIY with Chemicals: Avoid using chemical drain cleaners, as they can damage pipes or harm the soakaway’s bacterial balance.

If You Suspect the Neighbor’s ActionsIf you confirm the drainage system is shared and suspect your neighbors’ children are flushing pads, approach them diplomatically. Explain the issue and suggest a joint inspection by a plumber to resolve it. If the systems are separate, their actions are unlikely to affect your soakaway unless there’s an unusual connection.
When to Seek Professional Help if plunging doesn’t work, waste continues to back up, or you notice slow drainage in other fixtures, contact a plumber or septic service immediately. They can assess whether the soakaway needs pumping, the pipe needs clearing, or there’s a structural issue with the drainage system.

Call a professional.
Good luck.

Only a plumber can fix it, it's blockage . roughly 20k can get it done here in asaba. You need to open all Chambers , you need a long pipe and you need to pack out some shit
I can guide you if you don't have money

work of pad and condms,.. say no more

Open all the chambers to see where the blockage is.

Call a plumber or are trying to save money by bringing it to social media.

Get a plumber to fix it, they know how to trace the blockage and clear it accordingly

The Sukaway is full. Prepare to pack plenty sh**t

ComeComing:
Good day everyone. Plumbers in the house I recently opened our toilet chamber and noticed that the water does not flow down through the pipe connecting to the soakaway.

I'm confused if the soakaway is full (because whenever i pour water inside the chamber, instead of flushing down, some waste products will come out from the pipe leading to the soakaway) or if our neighbors children have used p@d to block their own chamber.. thereby causing water from ours not to pass?

Who has a solution to this please? 🙏🙏

Don't do DIY with toilet and toilet water abeg. You can pick serious infections.

It is not cool and you're not the poorest in the whole world. Call in the professionals please

Just call a plumber. Bringing shit problem to nairaland is a let down to those who have real problems.

Although, I'm not an expert in this field but from my little experience it's obvious the soak away is filled up. I had similar experience in 2008. All effort proved abortive until the soak away was evacuated.
You may as well check your neighbors chamber.

A biodigester would have been a perfect solution for this.

Open your soakaway chamber and your pipe chambers. Let a plumber observe it and you will get recommendations.

If you need a biodigester we can get it done for you

ComeComing:
Good day everyone. Plumbers in the house I recently opened our toilet chamber and noticed that the water does not flow down through the pipe connecting to the soakaway.

I'm confused if the soakaway is full (because whenever i pour water inside the chamber, instead of flushing down, some waste products will come out from the pipe leading to the soakaway) or if our neighbors children have used p@d to block their own chamber.. thereby causing water from ours not to pass?

Who has a solution to this please? 🙏🙏

You need a Plumber.
They will use a pipe to through the bigger pipe that runs from your chamber to the soak away.

The last time I grt this type of the thing na condom block everywhere..mm

The soakaway might be full. Get a plumber to check it.

ComeComing:
Good day everyone. Plumbers in the house I recently opened our toilet chamber and noticed that the water does not flow down through the pipe connecting to the soakaway.

I'm confused if the soakaway is full (because whenever i pour water inside the chamber, instead of flushing down, some waste products will come out from the pipe leading to the soakaway) or if our neighbors children have used p@d to block their own chamber.. thereby causing water from ours not to pass?

Who has a solution to this please? 🙏🙏

Call a Plumber they are the Professionals. The Pipes are blocked. Sand, tissues, condoms etc

Use that Pump to free it a bit till a Plumber have a look.

That's the work of a plumber, get a plumber to open it all thr chambers in the compound, there's possibilities that, the female in your compound have used pad to block it..

Once the chambers have been through, they should also evacuate the soakaway also, if it has been long it was evacuated.. this should be a collective contribution from all tenants except theirs and agreement that the landlord will be the one doing it....

ComeComing:
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They're viewing and passing because they're not plumbers

Plumber + flexible drain rods will do the trick