Toilet Supply Lines Can Flood Your Home Fast Most homeowners never think about a toilet supply line. That small hose behind the toilet seems simple. It feeds water from the shutoff valve to the toilet tank. When it fails, the damage can be fast and costly. Over the years, we have installed hundreds of flexible… Continue reading Toilet Supply Lines Can Flood Your Home Fast
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Wobbly Kohler Toilet? Check the Base First
A new toilet should sit flat before final installation. If it rocks before the wax ring is crushed, stop and check the base. You bought two Kohler Elliston toilets. One has support ribs and a horn about 1/8 inch higher than the rim. That can cause a small wobble on the floor. The toilet horn… Continue reading Wobbly Kohler Toilet? Check the Base First
Toilet Waste Pipe Too Short? Easy Fix
Fitting a new toilet can seem simple at first. Then one small problem can stop the whole job. A common issue is a short toilet waste connection. The toilet outlet may not reach the pan outlet pipe. This often happens when a new toilet has a different shape. It can also happen after new flooring… Continue reading Toilet Waste Pipe Too Short? Easy Fix
Should You Caulk Your Toilet Base?
A new toilet should feel solid, clean, and safe. But many homeowners get stuck on one final step. Should the toilet base be caulked to the floor? This question comes up often after a toilet install. It is even more common on tile floors. Porcelain tile can make caulk lines stand out. A messy bead… Continue reading Should You Caulk Your Toilet Base?
Toilet to Stack: San-Tee or Wye? Best Pick
You are tying a toilet drain into a vertical soil stack. The toilet is separately vented. You keep reading two answers. Some say use a sanitary tee. Others say use a combo wye and 45. So which one is “right”? Quick Q&A Q: What is the preferred fitting for a horizontal toilet branch into a… Continue reading Toilet to Stack: San-Tee or Wye? Best Pick
Toilet Gurgling Under Floor? Fix This Fast
You have two bathrooms in a mobile home. The front toilet flushes with no noise. The back toilet flush causes gurgling under the living room floor. You cleared both roof vents and found no blockages. The washer does not back up into tubs. Everything seems to drain fine. So why the gurgle? Quick Q&A Q:… Continue reading Toilet Gurgling Under Floor? Fix This Fast
Toilet Flange Gap Caused a Ceiling Leak?
You had a rough surprise. A shower head was left spraying the bathroom floor. It ran for a few minutes. Water then showed up in the living room below. It pooled on the drywall ceiling. It even drained through a light fixture. After you shut off power and water, you open the ceiling. You did… Continue reading Toilet Flange Gap Caused a Ceiling Leak?
Is the HOROW Toilet Brand Worth It? Review of Model HWMT138
Is the HOROW Toilet Brand Worth It? Review of Model HWMT138 If you’re considering a new toilet for your bathroom, you might have come across the brand HOROW, especially the model HWMT138. This brand is relatively new to some homeowners, so you may be wondering whether it’s a good choice for your home. Q: What… Continue reading Is the HOROW Toilet Brand Worth It? Review of Model HWMT138
How to Replace Toilet Flange & Shower Drain During Remodel
How to Replace Toilet Flange & Shower Drain During Remodel When remodeling a bathroom, it’s important to tackle plumbing updates while the space is accessible. Here’s how you can replace a toilet flange, adjust your rough-in, and handle a shower drain replacement. Q: How can I replace my old toilet flange while remodeling? A: Replacing… Continue reading How to Replace Toilet Flange & Shower Drain During Remodel
Identify and Fix a Leaking Toilet Stop Valve
Identify and Fix a Leaking Toilet Stop Valve(plumbing101.i234.me) — Discovering a leak from your toilet’s shut-off valve can be stressful, especially on an upper floor where water can damage ceilings below. Here’s how to identify the type of valve you have, select the right gasket, and stop the leak safely. Q: How do I tell… Continue reading Identify and Fix a Leaking Toilet Stop Valve