Don’t delay to call a plumber if you see these issues in your toilet

There are two major parts to your toilet: the bowl unit that rests on the floor and the upper tank that holds the water that is released when you flush the toilet. There are no moving parts at all in the drain bowl - it is a solid piece of porcelain. Generally, the bowl doesn't need much repair. On the other hand, the tank houses two important valves and a handle that initiates the flushing process. This is where most toilet repairs occur. There are quite a few toilet issues you can fix yourself, which is a pleasant surprise.

 

In terms of the flushing design and parts, newer style toilets can differ greatly. Knowing the brand and model of your toilet before you start to work on it is always a good idea. Manufacturers usually stamp their names into the porcelain, and the model appears on the underside of the tank cover.

 

 

Understanding how your toilet tank works is essential before you begin repairs.

 

During flushing, water in the tank rushes down through an opening at the bottom of the tank and into the bowl, causing waste to flow out of the bowl and into the home's drain and sewer lines. In the toilet tank, flush valves and fill valves allow this to happen.

 

A toilet that continues to run after the flush cycle is completed is usually due to a high water level in the tank. A float ball that is bent downwards will shut off water in a lower tank. It is a matter of adjusting the point at which the float ball closes the valve when water is added to the tank.

 

If any of these turn problematic, then you have to contact plumbers in Scarborough. You can also contact any company offering toilet repair Scarborough services.