DIY Toilet Repair - Top Plumbing Tips For Common Clogged Toilets

Most aspects of plumbing are important. In other words, even the smallest aspects are very essential for the plumbing system to function properly. For instance; your faucet may leak a tiny bit from time to time. This is normal. However, if the water in the water closet is discolored or smells funky, then you must fix it right away.

1. Turn off the water supply valve by turning off the valve located under your kitchen sink. If you have a water closet, then you will find it under your home's sink. Shut this valve off and use any sink water taps to refill your water closet's water closet.

2. Check your bathroom sink faucet to see if it is leaking. To do this, you will need a standard faucet washer. You can find them at most hardware stores. Turn off the valve located behind the toilet and look at your faucet. If the water flow is slow and just a tiny bit sluggish, then the valve may need to be replaced. Call a plumber to assist you in replacing the faucet valve.

3. Another common plumbing problem, the drain valve located at the bottom of your tub or shower. This is responsible for the flow of water from your tub or shower. If you can see your drain valve, close it off to stop the water from flowing into your tub or shower. If the water flow suddenly stops, then you may have a leak where the drain valve is. Call a plumber in to fix your drain valve.

Toilet Problems

Toilet problems are common in single-family homes. In this instance, you can fix them yourself. There are lots of simple DIY Toilet Repair Tips to help you fix your own toilet.

* You can clean your toilet to save money. Cleaning your toilet can save you around $100 on your water bill. It is definitely worth it to have a water-saving toilet.

* If you have a clogged toilet, you may find that a plunger will work. Plunging your toilet can relieve the clog-er of much of the clog-ing materials and the clog will eventually loosen and release on its own.

* If you have backed up toilet and the water is stinky, a solution called Goof-Off cleaner is a best alternative to replacing your toilet. Goof-Off cleaner is made specifically for toilets and works to dislodge the clog, and then when it is clear, to re-attach the toilet clog using the Goo-fog-on cleaner.

DIY Toilet Repair and Troubleshooting Tips

* If you notice your toilet is not sitting low enough, a solution called Po-Tec-Tec can help. Po-Tec-Tec consists of two parts: a metal ring and a plastic insert. When tightened, the metal part grips the toilet bowl, and then the plastic side allows the toilet to sit low enough. This helps a great deal if the toilet is not sitting low enough. This is a common problem in single-family homes and it could be addressed with this method.

* If you notice that your toilet will not flush, the issue may be with your toilet flapper. A clapper will wear out or get tangled with the chain in your toilet's flapper. When your toilet flapper starts to work, you will see a steady stream of water. This is the flapper having difficulty in shutting itself off. A quick inspection of the chain will reveal the cause and fix the problem. If your toilet flapper is not broken and you are sure that the flapper is properly tightened, this can be addressed by using this quick-fix method.

DIY Toilet Repair Part 5 - Plumbing

1. Toilet Repair Tips (Diagnostic & Maintenance)

2. Plumbing Supplies
3. Toilet Maintenance
4. Plumbing Tools

DIY Toilet Repair Part 6 - Sewer System

1. Sewer Repair Tips
2. Sewer Supplies
3. Sewer Maintenance
4. Sewer Tools

DIY Toilet Repair Part 7- Electrical

I hope you enjoy my DIY instructions for repairing the common home toilet. If you have additional questions or would like to share your own experiences, please comment below.