Debris that builds up over time inside the water system, including the valve body, supply line or shut off valve (at the wall) can restrict the flow path of water and slow down the valves filling speed. Toilet fill valves in use for a period of 7 years or more can ha...
Your toilet needs water to operate. The water is provided by a supply line that runs between the shut off valve and the toilet. There are actually four different spots that could be leaking on the supply line. (1) The connection where the valve is attached to the water supply. (2) The...
If you see any water pooling near your hot water heater, turn the water off to the heater immediately. If you don’t, a small leak can turn into a much larger leak, making it harder to shut off. Make sure everyone in your home knows where the main water shut off valve is and that...
When working on shower faucets, place rags in the tub or shower floor beneath the faucets and over the drain to protect the surfaces and prevent small parts from being dropped down the drain. Before opening up a shower valve, turn off the water supply. If you can’t find the shower shut...
Every toilet needs a valve to fill the tank and another one to let water out of the tank and into the bowl, and either of these valves can cause running toilet syndrome. The fill valve is the one that is offset to one side of the tank and positioned above the water supply line, and...
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The device that regulates water flow in your toilet. If you look behind your toilet, you'll see a supply line that runs from the outlet in the wall to the bottom of the toilet fill valve. This is how water gets into your toilet. After you flush the toilet, the fill valve opens to...
Install a Smart Shut Off Valve. A smart shut-off valve automatically detects leaks and shuts off your main water supply. Turn Off the Water Before Vacation. Before leaving for an extended period, turn off your home’s water supply to avoid any surprises while you’re away. ...
When you flush the toilet the water tank does not refill. The only way to flush the toilet the next time will be using a pail of water. A faulty toilet fill valve can stick shut. When this happens, it does not open the valve even when the float is down. The toilet fill valve will...
Shut Off the Water Supply: Turn off the water supply to the faucet. This is usually done by turning a valve under the sink. Remove the Handle of the Faucet: Use a flat-head screwdriver to remove the decorative parts of the handle knobs. Once you’ve exposed the screw that holds the ...