Is the water pressure in your toilet low? Does your tank take ages to refill? A leaking toilet is one of the more common plumbing issues you can deal with in your home, and it can have a major impact on your comfort and daily routine.
While for most homeowners, a leaking toilet will only limit your ability to flush the toilet, in the worst case scenario that water can find it’s way out and onto your bathroom floor.
There’s nothing quite as alarming as walking into your bathroom and standing in a puddle, so it’s a good idea for you to know the ins and outs of toilet maintenance and repairs. The more you know, the better prepared you’ll be to handle a toilet repair issue.
Is Your Toilet Flapper to Blame
The toilet flapper keeps the water where it’s supposed to be in your toilet. When you flush the toilet, the flapper opens, allowing water into your toilet so you can easily flush.
Once done, the flapper seals again and allows the tank to refill quickly and effectively. If your flapper:
- - Warped
- - Cracked
- - Dirty
- - Not airtight
Your toilet won’t work properly. For most homeowners, this translates into low water pressure and struggling flushing. If left unattended, however, that same wasted water can lead to a rise in water consumption in your home. Because no homeowner ever wants to spend more on monthly bills, it’s a good idea to address your toilet flapper issues quickly.
Because the flapper is most often the cause for a leaking toilet, these parts can easily be found at your local hardware store. With some easy DIY skills, you can have it replaced in no time. If you’re unsure of what to do, be sure to call your local plumber for help.
What Other Issues Lead to Leaky Toilets?
Outside of the flapper, other common causes for leaking toilets stem from worn seals, damaged water valves, cracked porcelain, toilet clogs, or old toilets.
Like any fixture in your home, your toilet deteriorates with age. If your toilet is over 20-years old, and showing it with the performance, it may be time to look for a replacement.
Homeowners can also refurbish their existing toilet with new parts. From replacing the flushing mechanism to checking the seals, you can easily mitigate the risk for damage, while adding performance to your home.
Maintenance For Prevention
The best way to proactively prevent leaking toilets is with regular maintenance. An annual inspection can help catch water leaks early, and protect your home from the dangers of water damage.
Additionally, by keeping your toilet in good working order, you could actually improve performance and cut your monthly costs. At Rooter MD Plumbing LLC we are your Livonia plumbers of choice.
We offer top-quality toilet solutions and can even help you diagnose your leaking issues. Also, we take the time to help you and always offer helpful tips like closing your water valve to limit any water damage from a leak!
