Toilet Leaking at the Base: The Short Answer Water pooling around the base of a toilet usually means the wax ring that seals the toilet to the floor drain has failed. Every flush sends water past that seal, and a share of it escapes at the floor instead of going down the drain. The fix
Unclogging a Toilet: The Short Answer Most toilet clogs clear with a flange plunger, a tight seal, and a few minutes of steady plunging. Stop flushing at once so the bowl cannot overflow, give the water a minute to settle, then plunge in short controlled strokes for 15 to 20 seconds at a time and
A running toilet is more than a minor inconvenience. All that water going down the drain could be your hard-earned cash. It is important to replace a worn out toilet flapper on your toilet sooner rather than later. Preparation to replace toilet flapper Replacing a toilet flapper is a relatively easy task. However, make sure […]
Replacing a toilet is one of the most approachable DIY plumbing projects — no soldering, no wall demolition, just careful lifting and a good wax seal. This guide covers full replacement, plus how to “reset” your existing toilet (pull it, replace the wax ring, and set it back) when the toilet itself is fine but
As a homeowner, it’s important to know how to fix common plumbing issues that may arise. Plumbing problems can be inconvenient and messy, but with a little knowledge and some basic tools, you can often fix these issues yourself. Clogged drain One of the most common plumbing problems is a clogged drain. This can be
Before You Start: What Kind of Clog Is This? Most toilet clogs are simple blockages in the toilet’s own trap — too much paper, a non-flushable item, or a low-flow toilet meeting a heavy load. These usually clear with a plunger in a few minutes. But stop and call a plumber instead if: multiple drains
Your toilet might be running for a variety of reasons, none of which are pleasant. Don’t worry, though! It is possible to fix a running toilet with a little patience and some simple tools you most likely have on hand in the home. This guide will help you diagnose and repair the issue just like
A weak toilet flush is usually a symptom, not the disease. Once you identify which of the common causes below matches your toilet, the fix is often a 15-minute DIY job. How a toilet flush is supposed to work It helps to know what “normal” looks like. When you press the handle, the flapper valve
