Things You'll Need:
- Flathead screwdriver
- Adjustable wrench
- Washers
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Step 1
Find the leak. A common source of a leaking toilet tank is loose nuts where the tank is attached to the bowl. To tighten the nuts in the tank, take a flathead screwdriver and steady the bolt that is inside the bowl. Then take the adjustable wrench and tighten the nut under the tank.
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Step 2
Replace the washer. If your toilet is still leaking, you make want to consider replacing the washers. Make sure that you get the proper size to fit the bolt, otherwise the leaking will continue.
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Step 3
Reposition the bloat. Water can also leak through the handle in the tank. If you find that this is your problem, you can fix it by repositioning the bloat ball inside the tank. Flush the toilet to make sure there is still enough water for a proper flush.
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Step 4
Call the plumber. Sometimes the problem is more serious, such as having a crack in the tank. If this is the case, you will need to have it replaced.
Comments
DiscountTickets said
on 11/19/2009 Yes, I'm usually fixing this problem once in a while also.
riquito1125 said
on 6/17/2009 I have singing toilets when I flush them. What could be the cause?.
mrscott said
on 6/10/2009 Can someone tell me if the siphon has any type of valve in it?
lymanalo said
on 12/25/2008 Nice to be handy around the house! Great instructions!
jamaclassics said
on 12/6/2008 You overlooked the tank to bowl seal, another common place where leaks occur. The thing you're calling a bloat is actually a FLOAT, BUT I like a woman who will dig in and find the problem, then fix it! I give you five stars!