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An easy DIY fix for repairing a toilet bowl valve leak
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Does your toilet keep running and you’re not sure why? When you flush, the fill valve inside the tank refills the water, but it could also cause leaks if there’s an issue. Even though a new fill valve sounds like a lot, they’re pretty inexpensive and it only takes a few minutes to install. We talked to professional plumbers James Schuelke and David Balkan to get all the tips you need to get a working, leak-free toilet!
How do I replace a leaky toilet fill valve?
- Turn off the water supply to the toilet and empty the tank.
- Unscrew the water supply hose.
- Remove the old fill valve.
- Screw the new fill valve into place.
- Reconnect the water supply.
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QuestionWhy is my toilet fill valve leaking?Dave Jones is a Professional Plumber and the Midwest Regional Vice President at Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. In 1992, Jones joined Roto-Rooter as a drain service technician at the age of 18. Since then, he has risen through the ranks into positions of increasing authority. Dave served as general manager of Roto-Rooter’s Charlotte, North Carolina, and Atlanta, Georgia branches before being promoted to Contractor Area Manager and later to Regional Vice President. Dave holds Master Plumber Licenses in Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Georgia.Usually, this occurs when water seeps past the flush valve assembly causing the fill valve assembly to turn on and add water to the toilet tank.
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QuestionHow can you stop a toilet from running if it has a flapper-style flush valve assembly?Dave Jones is a Professional Plumber and the Midwest Regional Vice President at Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. In 1992, Jones joined Roto-Rooter as a drain service technician at the age of 18. Since then, he has risen through the ranks into positions of increasing authority. Dave served as general manager of Roto-Rooter’s Charlotte, North Carolina, and Atlanta, Georgia branches before being promoted to Contractor Area Manager and later to Regional Vice President. Dave holds Master Plumber Licenses in Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Georgia.Check that the chain connecting the flapper valve to the toilet handle is not too tight or loose. Then check if there is any obstruction around the flapper that is not allowing it to move freely and create a tight seal.
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- If you notice water leaking from the bottom of the tank onto the floor, try tightening the plastic nut on the bottom of the fill valve to ensure it’s tight. If it still leaks, you may need to replace the fill valve.Thanks
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References
- ↑ James Schuelke. Professional Plumber. Expert Interview. 1 October 2019.
- ↑ https://youtu.be/H5G4OeIDXMk?t=17
- ↑ James Schuelke. Professional Plumber. Expert Interview. 1 October 2019.
- ↑ https://youtu.be/z5324QzZB38?t=89
- ↑ https://youtu.be/dAp-xr-QH7E?t=54
- ↑ https://youtu.be/dAp-xr-QH7E?t=79
- ↑ https://www.friscotexas.gov/DocumentCenter/View/24442/FIX-A-Leak-Manual-2021?bidId=
- ↑ David Balkan. Professional Plumber & CEO of Balkan Sewer & Water Main. Expert Interview. 29 April 2021.
- ↑ https://youtu.be/dAp-xr-QH7E?t=160
- ↑ https://youtu.be/UV-peiKW9gM?t=353
- ↑ https://youtu.be/H5G4OeIDXMk?t=61
- ↑ https://youtu.be/H5G4OeIDXMk?t=64
- ↑ James Schuelke. Professional Plumber. Expert Interview. 1 October 2019.
- ↑ https://youtu.be/H5G4OeIDXMk?t=64
- ↑ https://www.friscotexas.gov/DocumentCenter/View/24442/FIX-A-Leak-Manual-2021?bidId=
- ↑ https://www.stpaul.gov/DocumentCenter/View4/1501.pdf
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