Toilet Repair
Like all good things in the plumbing world, toilets have problems, they can break, leak and get clogged at a moments notice, which means that at least some toilet repair is inevitable. Many people have the misconception that proper maintenance will prevent these problems from ever occurring, and while performing regular maintenance on your toilet is great, you are still going to have problems at some point. Some things just can't be avoided.
The good news in all of this is that toilets are quite simple in their construction. There are very few parts and leaks are usually quite predictable for anyone with any plumbing experience. Of course, most homeowners don't have any plumbing experience and that is where the thought of a quick repair can become very overwhelming at times. Which, on a side note, is why plumbers will always have jobs.
If you are preparing to tackle a toilet repair job, you have come to the right place! We have a nice selection of toilet repair guides and tips that will help you repair many of the common problems that people encounter with their toilets. Browse the listings at the bottom of this page to get your toilet back up and running in no time, without calling a plumber.
Will I Need any Special Tools?
In most cases, no. As we mentioned already, toilets are very easy to work with and you can make just about any repairs you might need with little more than a crescent wrench and a pair of pliers. This includes replacing the toilet all together. It really just doesn't get much easier than that. Of course, there are almost always exceptions and your repairs may require more.
Where Can I Buy Parts?
Well, to start, you can buy a number of universal and specialty toilet parts right here on our website. However, we realize that you can't always wait for a part to be shipped, after all life can get pretty unbearable without a working toilet in the house. If this is the case, most universal parts can be purchased at local home improvement stores like Lowes and Home Depot.
If you need a manufacturer specific part or can't find the part you need at a hardware store, you may have to shop online or visit a plumbing supply house in your area. Make sure you call ahead to see if they have the part and if they sell to the general public, some supply houses only sell to contractors.
Can Anyone Repair a Toilet?
Absolutely! Toilet repair is very easy and most repairs can be made in under an hour. Some of the biggest problems people face are leak detection, as leaks can be tricky to spot. If you have a leak and have already found the source, your job is almost finished. Just remember, if you run into any problems you can send us an email and we will be happy to help the best that we can.
Toilet Repair Guides:
Clogged Toilet - Simple tips to show you how to get your toilet unclogged and flushing like new. Tips include removing foreign objects from the drain, dealing with calcium deposits and more.
How to Install a Toilet - This free guide teaches you how to install a new toilet in 10 easy steps. Follow along and get your toilet installed like a professional in no time.
How to Replace a Toilet - Detailed guide teaching you how to remove and install a new toilet. May also be helpful to those of you needing to remove a toilet to replace the gasket or repair the toilet flange.
How to Unclog a Toilet - Learn how to unclog a toilet and get your toilet flushing again. Includes tips on using a toilet auger and the proper use of a plunger.
Leaking Toilet - Free tips and advice to diagnose and repair a leaking toilet. Learn to repair faulty wax seals, tank leaks and more with less fuss.
Toilet Flapper Repair - Follow along with our easy steps to learn how to replace your toilet flapper in minutes. Includes information on what a toilet flapper is and what it does.
Toilet Handle Replacement - Have a broken toilet handle? Follow along as we show you how to replace your toilet flush handle in simple to follow steps. Anyone can do it.
Toilet Tank Leak - Learn to diagnose and repair a leaking toilet tank today. Guide covers several common causes of toilet tank leaks and teaches you how to fix them without help.
Toilet Flange Repair - Guide covers how to replace a toilet flange in your home. Learn everything you need to know about toilet flange repair.
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TOILET REPAIR HIGHLIGHTS
You may enjoy these random highlights from advice and information found right here on the My Clogged Toilet website.
Good tips and advice on toilet repair can prevent you from removing the wrong part or breaking something that could be costly to replace.
You should plunge the toilet about seven to ten times and then try to flush it.
You want to make sure that there is no tubing that interferes with the fill valve, and if you thing that the tube may be a little too long you may have to cut some off.
If the water in the floor is not coming from the bottom then you may have a cracked tank.