Different toilet breakdowns often lead to toilet leaks. A defective wax ring, a damaged water supply line, or an improper placement of ball cock tube all resulted to leaks that may be quite easy to resolve even without the help of a plumber. It only takes basic know-how on repair and the use of appropriate plumbing tools to complete the task.

Repair Leaking Toilet

Here are some steps to guide you on reparation of leaking toilet:

Defective Wax Ring

The wax ring secures the toilet base. Through long use, it wears away and causes leaks. Start by closing down the water to the toilet to empty the bowl and tank. The water supply line should be cut off from the main connection to the tank. Then, detach the toilet and gently put it to one side.

By using a putty knife, gently rubdown portions of the wax ring. Cleaning the area is important to even out the fresh wax ring you apply. Put a wax ring on the hole and put the toilet back, then connect the water supply line again.

Damaged Water Supply Line

When the water supply line is damaged, the water gushes forth from the line that connects the toilet to the main valve. The initial step is to close down the water supply regulator so as to stop the continuous flow of the water through the toilet. After that, flush the toilet to empty the water from the toilet bowl and continue holding down the grip until the bowl is totally empty.

Loosen the water supply connection beginning at the bottom of the tank. Unscrew the pipe from the valve using a wrench. Screw another flex tube on the tank, making sure not to tighten it too much. Turn on the water supply back slowly and check for leaks while the water starts flowing.

Ball Clock Tube Repair

Among all the toilet leak problems, ball clock tube repair is the easiest repair. The small black pipe in the toilet tank links through the flush valve and fill tube, and once the tube slides from the small catch that secures it, the water will tend to spout. In order to resolve the leak, simply reconnect the small tube to the clasp.

Toilet leaks may cause you to panic because these leaks can lead to greater damage. Try repairing the damage by trusting your repair skills. The right tools you will need can be found at any plumbing stores. However, if after you have tried and the leak problem still persists, you can ask for help and call a qualified plumber.