Toilet Repair

Contact us if you notice:

• Water running long after the toilet is flushed
• A weak, incomplete, or delayed flush
• Frequent or recurring clogs
• Water leaking around the base
• Moisture between the tank and bowl
• A loose or unstable toilet
• A handle that sticks or must be jiggled
• Unusual sounds from the tank
• A tank that fills slowly or does not refill
• Water collecting around the supply line or shutoff valve

Water around a toilet should be investigated promptly. The source may be the tank, supply connection, shutoff valve, mounting seal, drain connection, or another nearby plumbing component.

Many toilet problems involve worn or incorrectly adjusted parts inside the tank. Depending on the cause, a repair may include:

• Replacing a worn flapper
• Repairing or replacing the fill valve
• Adjusting or replacing the flush mechanism
• Repairing a loose or damaged handle
• Replacing a leaking supply line
• Repairing or replacing the shutoff valve
• Replacing the seal between the toilet and drain
• Securing a loose toilet
• Clearing an accessible toilet clog

Our plumber will inspect the complete fixture rather than replacing parts without confirming the source of the problem.

An occasional clog may result from excess paper or something that should not have been flushed. Frequent clogs can indicate a problem with the toilet, drainpipe, venting, or main sewer line.

If more than one drain is slow or wastewater backs up into a tub or shower when the toilet is flushed, the problem may extend beyond the fixture. Felger Hart Residential also provides professional drain cleaning, sewer camera inspections, and sewer repair when necessary.

Repair is often appropriate when the fixture is in good condition and the problem involves a replaceable tank component, seal, valve, or connection.

Replacement may provide better value when:

• The porcelain tank or bowl is cracked
• The toilet requires frequent repairs
• It clogs despite having a clear drain
• Replacement parts are difficult to obtain
• Water continues leaking from multiple areas
• The fixture is loose because its base is damaged
• You want a different height, style, or flushing design

We will explain the condition of the existing toilet and help you compare repair and replacement options.

Correct installation helps prevent movement, leaks, drain odors, and problems around the base. Our plumbers can remove an existing fixture, inspect the mounting area and drain connection, and install a compatible replacement.

Before installation, we check:

• The toilet’s dimensions and drain location
• The condition of the mounting flange
• The water-supply line and shutoff valve
• Clearance around nearby walls, cabinets, and doors
• The connection between the fixture and drain

Once installed, we test the toilet for proper filling, flushing, stability, and drainage.

Do not flush an overflowing toilet again. If you can safely reach the shutoff valve behind or beside the fixture, turn the water off and stop using the toilet.

If wastewater is backing up through multiple fixtures, avoid using other drains until the plumbing can be inspected. Call 260-244-6328 for emergency assistance.