A lot of young children are fascinated with how things disappear down the toilet. Unfortunately, toys will often get stuck at the top of the trap in the bowl.

Before you call a plumber, try fishing it out. You'll need a wire coat hanger, a good flashlight, and a small mirror (such as a compact). Start by removing all the water from the bowl (dip & sponge or wet-vac). Position the mirror at the front of the trap, then shine the flashlight into the mirror and with a little adjustment, you will be able to see to the top of the trap, where most foreign objects catch. With a little effort and bending of the hanger, you should be able to pull the stuck object out. Remember you're looking in a mirror, so everything is backwards.

I've removed toothbrushes (never to be used again), shampoo bottles and caps, toys, teacups, balls, eyeglasses, too many pens and pencils to count and one set of dentures (don't ask). This tip can be a little tricky, but most people have more time than money, so try it and save a few bucks.

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