Toilet Repair

Indoors toilets have only been around for about 100 years. Before then the vast majority of homes didn't have a toilet inside. So, toilet repair is a relatively new home trade. While some repairs may seem simple, DIY fixes often aren't long term solutions.

A toilet is an integral part of the plumbing system for any home today. Problems with the toilet could be isolated to the tank or part of the pipe system. Whenever toilet flushing and refilling isn't working contact a professional for an inspection at minimum.

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Common Toilet Repairs Owners Run Into

It's important to understand the mechanisms of your toilet so you have an idea of what's under the tank lid, what needs to be repaired and how to do it. Even if you're hiring a professional plumber this knowledge will help you ensure the problem is adequately addressed.

The first step is to troubleshoot for the most common toilet problems, which are:

Clogged Toilet

If there is water left in the tank and bowl, then use a plunger or toilet snake to clear the blockage. The fill valve and flush mechanism are also parts that could be causing the blockage as well.

A clogged toilet is a plumbing issue that needs immediate attention. If basic measures don't get the job done, calling a professional plumber is the right thing to do next.

No Water in Toilet Bowl After Flushing

How toilet bowls refill says a lot about the plumbing mechanisms. If there is no water present in the bowl after flushing, then there is a problem with the flapper valve. If you don't know how to replace it, call in a professional plumber.

Toilet Tank Water is Running After Flushing

The opposite could also be happening. When the toilet tank keeps running after flushing it means that your toilet is leaking between the tank and toilet bowl. This leak should be fixed immediately to avoid any further damage to the toilet.

If you try to patch the leak without addressing the source of the problem, then it will be harder to repair due to corrosion.

How to Know When Is It Time to Replace a Toilet

A new toilet can be expensive, but if toilet problems are left untreated over time, there can be additional damage to your sewage system and costs can add up quickly. There are some signs that your toilet needs to be replaced:

• The toilet tank or toilet bowl is cracked.
• Constant clogging.
• Toilet doesn't flush well.
• Leaking around the base.

The location of the toilet, as well as how much space is available for installing additional fixtures, should be considered when planning this type of plumbing project. Replacing a toilet is the perfect time to reorient it if you don't like how the toilet is positioned.

Made's Plumbing Can Help Arlington, TX Property Owners

Out of all the plumbers in Arlington, Made's Plumbing is the company you want to call because:

• We're extremely efficient with toilet repairs.
• We're a full service plumbing company that can handle repairs down to the water supply line to tankless water heaters.
• We fix everything all at once to save you money on future repairs.
• Our technicians can provide more toilet maintenance tips than you knew existed.
• We're available to handle a plumbing emergency.

From repairing the flush valve to replacing the plumbing fixtures, we can help you get everything done quickly and effectively so your toilet is fully operable again. If you are in need of a toilet repair or replacement, then be sure to contact us to book an appointment.