The first thing people think when they hear "running toilet" is "I need more water pressure in my house." This is not always true, though. Sometimes there are other issues with your plumbing system. Such as clogged pipes or old valves which allow too much water into the bowl at one time, causing it to overflow.
This article is written about how to fix a running toilet. In this day and age, everyone wants to save money. If you have a running toilet, then it can be very expensive to fix because of the plumbing involved.
You might think that hiring a plumber will be the most costly option, but there are other options that are cheaper than hiring a plumber if you do not have the skills or tools needed to repair your running toilet by yourself!
1) Leaking toilet
2) A Faulty flush valve seat
3) Faulty fill valve
4) Problematic Overflow pipe
5) Faulty water supply line
6) Problem in the toilet bowl
7) Faulty float ball
8) Float arm assembly (part of a fill valve)
The cost of materials and tools to fix a running toilet varies based on the type of problem you have. If your flapper needs to be replaced, it's not a complicated process; however, the cost can be upwards of $20 for this simple item. If the problem is more serious, such as with the fill valve or flush handle assembly, then it will likely require more parts and labor costs.
If you are unable to identify or solve your toilet's problem yourself, then it might be better to call in a professional plumber who can diagnose and repair your toilet for you. Most plumbers charge at an hourly rate for their services, so there may be some savings if you have taken the decision to take this route instead of trying DIY solutions first.
Here's a list of all the materials you'll need to fix your running toilet:
1) New fill valve
2) Overflow pipe/fill tube
3) Mounting nut and shank washer
4) New supply line
5) New float ball
6) New toilet bowl
7) New toilet tank lid
The running toilet is a common problem in most households. It can be frustrating to have to deal with this issue, especially if you are not the type that likes to spend hours fixing things.
Fortunately, there are some easy steps you can take to fix your running toilet. These steps will work for all types of toilets, including one-piece and two-piece models. There are also some tools that you will need in order to complete these instructions correctly. The cost of these tools won't exceed $30.
First, turn off the water supply line and then turn off the water supply valve. This task can just be done by opening the drain plug at floor level or turning it clockwise until it is fully closed.
Next, you need to find out what's causing your running toilet. To do this, first, remove any foreign objects that may be stuck in there, such as a diaper or paper towel roll (we've all been there). You can also use some compressed air or a plunger to try dislodging whatever is blocking up your pipes.
The next step is flushing the toilet to release water from the tank. You can easily do this one by using a plunger or a toilet auger, both of which are available at most hardware stores.
A plunger works by pushing air into the bowl and creating suction that pulls water down through its trap way. Make sure you have enough water in your tank before using this method—if not, it won't work.
Toilet augers twist around inside your toilet bowl to loosen up clogs and pull them out through your drain line so they can be disposed of safely outside of your home. They come in many sizes depending on how big or small a clog you want to remove from your pipes with each use (and there will definitely be other uses).
This step is pretty straightforward, but it's worth noting that if you have trouble removing the lid of your toilet tank, you can use a screwdriver to pry it off or a hammer to smash it off.
The lid will be held in place by two small plastic clips. Pry these open with your fingers or a screwdriver, then pull up on the lid and set it aside—it should come right out.
Now you're ready to disconnect the old fill valve from your water supply line.
First, use a wrench (or pliers) to unscrew the connecting nut that holds the supply line onto your toilet tank. Be careful not to overtighten it—you don't want to strip out this piece!
Next, using another wrench (or pair of pliers), unscrew the connection between your old fill valve tube and its metal pipe inside of your toilet tank. Then remove both pieces from the inside of your toilet bowl.
You're ready to remove the old fill valve. Use a wrench or pliers to loosen the mounting nut, then disconnect the supply line from it. Remove the initial fill valve (old one) by pulling it up and out of its mounting bracket; discard it in your garbage can.
Now you can install your new toilet fill valve!
To install your new fill valve and replace the fill valve (old one), place it over the top of the toilet's tank and secure it with its mounting nut and shank washer. Attach the supply line to the new fill valve by snapping it into place on top of your toilet's overflow pipe or fill tube.
If you have an older one of this, which uses a separate overflow pipe or fills tube (rather than one joined at right angles), then you can also attach this component at this time, too—make sure to tighten all components securely; before beginning the usage!
Once everything is secure, turn on both water supplies for about 10 minutes so that any residual air in your lines can be flushed out and replaced with fresh water from your home's main supply line.
In order to adjust how much remaining water goes into your tank when flushed (and thus prevent future problems with overflowing), loosen both nuts holding down its float ball until they're almost halfway off—this will allow excess fluid from flushing without letting any spill out of either opening where urine enters into them directly below).
Disconnect the overflow pipe/fill tube from the fill valve. To do this, just turn off the water supply to your toilet and then remove the screws that secure it to the base of your tank (you may need to use a screwdriver). Pull up on it gently until you can disconnect it from its lower end, which will be connected to an overflow tube. Place all these pieces in a small bucket or bowl.
Now you're ready to remove each piece individually. First, disconnect both ends of your fill valve and remove them from their position inside your toilet tank (again, using either a screwdriver or adjustable wrench).
Then remove any excess debris with paper towels so that there are no clogs remaining in any part of this system. This includes cleaning out any spaces between hoses or pipes that may have gotten filled with dirt throughout years of use! It also doesn't hurt just now when everything is exposed like this because it makes cleaning easier later on when things go back together again too!
Now that the float ball is in place, you can install the mounting nut and shank washer. This will allow you to tighten and secure the assembly to your water tank.
Tighten using a wrench.
Check for proper height of float ball. Adjust if necessary by turning just one flathead screw on the underside of the tank with your hand until it sits correctly against the seal, ensuring no water can escape from the tank into the bowl when flushed; adjust rollers as needed until they are fully submerged but not touching the base of the bowl (this will ensure there is no excess pressure at any point in time). Reattach hose if removed during previous steps.
Sometimes, when you disconnect a hose, you forget to reconnect it properly. Ensure that the hose's end is firmly connected to its clamp on both sides of the tank. Then, check that it's not kinked or clogged by pushing gently on it with your hand while watching for any water leaking out from between your fingers.
1) Turn off the water supply.
2) Flush the toilet to drain the water from the tank before you start working on it.
3) Remove the older one (fill valve) and install a new one.
4) Reconnect the supply line to the new fill valve.
5) Take apart overflow tube/fill tube as necessary, then install a new mounting nut and shank washer if one is needed.
6) Perfect Assembly of fill valves or fill valve assembly and the float ball.
To summarize, the key to fixing a running toilet is to make sure that you have the right tools, parts, skills, and knowledge. Also, it's important to have the right motivation and attitude towards plumbing projects.
If you've followed our guide and fixed your own running toilet without any problems, then I congratulate you! If not, then don't worry too much because at least now you know what went wrong with your toilet and how much money it would cost to fix it if a plumber had done that for you.
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