Three Most Common Toilet Problems and How to Fix Them
Generally speaking, the toilet is a very sturdy contraption, and tends to be pretty low maintenance. Of course, everything needs a tune-up once in a while, and your porcelain throne is no exception. Here is a quick fix for three of the most common problems:
- Not Enough Water When Flushing
The quick and easy check to make is whether or not there’s enough water in the tank, because the water in the tank is the water that gets flushed. Generally speaking the water should be at least one or two inches above the overflow tube. If too little water is coming into the tank, bend the arm up to make let more in.
- Toilet Tank Leaking
Leaking toilet tanks are a huge headache- not only do they leave ugly stains on your toilet, but they can also ruin tiles if you’re using chemical cleaning solutions. The best solution is to use a temperature valve, which stops sweating by mixing hot and cold water as it flows into the tank. This causes a relief in condensation. The valve should only be installed if the temperature of your toilet tank remains less than 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Broken Toilet Seat
Nobody likes sitting on a cracked or broken toilet seat- and sometimes you can’t sit on it at all. Fortunately, changing the toilet seat is a 1-2-3 job. There are a ton of different styles, even electronic ones that will warm your butt and keep you cozy on those cold winter mornings. You can buy them at the Home Depot or other hardware supply stores, but MAKE SURE TO GET THE RIGHT SIZE! Remove the existing toilet seat by taking out the two nuts holding it in place- it will lift right off after that. If the nuts are rusted and not coming off, a little oil should fix the problem.
If your toilet is broken or not working properly, it is very often a job to be handled by a professional. We serve the whole Chicagoland area, including Villa Park, Joliet, Aurora, and of course, Chicago.
