At Murrayville Plumbing, we know that leaky toilets are one of those household problems that cannot be left unattended for long. If you are living in the Surrey area and you think that your toilet might be leaking and you are looking for high-quality plumbing services, our team of professional Langley plumbers can help. Here are some tips on how to repair a leaking toilet that all homeowners should be aware of.

1. Leaking Supply Line

In a lot of cases, leaky toilets are caused by a faulty supply line. This is because the supply line can be compromised by three different factors:

  • Joints – water can seep out from joints in the supply line that have become loose or worn out.
  • Rubber lining – while this lining works as a guard against leakage, it can become worn out over time or even rupture.
  • Mechanical damage – any mechanical damage caused to the supply line can also cause leaking to occur.

2. Broken Toilet Tank

Hard impacts on the toilet tank can cause the tank to crack or fracture. Yet, even though the tank is broken, the toilet fill valve will continue to replenish water normally, causing constant leakage. In some cases, the fracture in the tank might be too small to notice, making it hard to find the source of the leak.

3. Stuck Flapper

Stuck flappers often occur when the flush handle gets stuck in the downward position, which causes the fill valve to continue to supply the tank with water. As a result, the toilet will overflow, causing severe leakage.

4. Faulty Connections

Various toilet connections can become loose or the rubber linings that prevent watertight connections can wear away over time. If you find that this is the case with your toilet connections, the worn out or damaged parts should be replaced as soon as possible.

5. Warped Flapper

Leaky toilets caused by warp flappers can be hard to detect as this type of leak is often referred to as a silent leak. Gradually, over time, flappers can become worn out from mineral buildup and chemicals that can add to the wear and tear of everyday use. The water loss from this type of leak will depend on the extent to which the flapper is worn out.

6. Faulty Fill Valve

Just as with every other part, fill valves will become worn out with time (usually due to a buildup of mineral deposits). Worn out fill valves can fail to shut off completely, which can then lead to a leaky toilet.

7. Faulty Float

The float is the hollow ball that floats on the water surface in the toilet tank. If the float becomes cracked or not well aligned, it can cause the fill valve to run continuously, leading to a leaky toilet.

If you would like to learn more about how to repair a leaking toilet, or if you are interested in one of our services, please contact Murrayville Plumbing at 778-888-6451 or by filling out a contact form on our website.

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