![]() Use a sponge to completely soak up all the water remaining in the tank. Lift the flapper chain to drain the tank to the top of the flapper. If there is still a lot of water in the bottom of the tank. ![]() Set it in a safe place where it can’t get dropped and broken. If your tank re-fills the water is not completely shut off. Next, flush your toilet to drain the water from the tank. Gently turn the knob clockwise to shut the valve. There should be a water shut off valve in the wall behind your toilet. If you haven’t done so already, start by turning off the water. Be sure to follow the directions that come with your toilet parts as there may be changes or additional steps. Needs to cut through PVC)ĭisclaimer: This tutorial is a general overview of replacing an overflow tube and flapper in your toilet tank. Handsaw (drywall, coping or hack saw will work.The Irwin pliers shown have just enough of an opening to work) Plumber’s Wrench (must have a wide mouth opening.In review, here is what your toilet tank parts are:Īnd here is the kit I recommend you purchase (costs about $20): If you need to replace the flapper, you should probably replace the entire overflow tube/flapper assembly.Īnd that leads me to today’s tutorial! How to replace the overflow tube and flapper: Thanks for the great tutorials!Ī. It sounds like you either need a new flapper or you might try tightening the chain between the flapper and the lever rod. Just be careful you don’t scratch the bottom of your toilet bowl when snaking it.Ģ. What are the symptoms for needing a new fill valve? On ours, you have to push the flush handle down really hard and hold it… or it won’t flush at all on first flush sometimes. I’ve seen some snakes that attach to a drill. If all else fails, you may have a clog and need to snake your toilet out. Adjust the amount of water in the tank so it will give more H20 to flush (as shown at the end of Toilet Repairs Part 2). We use enzyme stuff to clear it but it just clogs again the next time someone does anything substantial in it. Our 1/2 bath toilet seems to chronically clog. I’ve received a few emails and comments letting me know that some of you are going to try to repair your toilets! I just wanted to say, way to go! Plus, some of you had a few questions for me as well.ġ.
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