Toilet Tank Pump Leaking

The repair plan for leaky toilet tanks depends on where the leak occurs.

Toilet tank pump leaking.

The largest seal is the one between the tank and bowl. A break here will cause a major leak with water shooting out from underneath the tank at every flush. A standard toilet has at least five seals with the potential for leaking. For this project you ll need the following tools.

A screwdriver adjustable wrench small wire brush sponge white vinegar and rags. A water leak typically springs from a toilet s water supply fitting the joint between the tank and the bowl or water. A running toilet may seem like a minor issue that could be overlooked. But with time you will see a staggering water bill piling up after a couple of months ignored due to this type of water leaking from toilet tank into bowl without even our knowledge.

The toilet pump also known as the fill valve is a simple component to replace. To remove the old valve you empty the tank and loosen and remove the nut holding it. A new valve costs about 15. In each case the solution is to identify the faulty seal and tighten or replace it.