LEAKY TOILETS? CALL ULTIMATE PLUMBING FOR TOILET REPAIRS
If you’re dealing with a persistently running or leaky toilet in your Mooresville, NC, home, you need help — and fast. A leaking toilet can waste 200 gallons of water a day, causing your water bill to skyrocket. Not to mention the nuisance of that constantly running water!
Don’t despair over your toilet leaking. The licensed plumbers at Ultimate Plumbing have the skills and experience to diagnose and repair any toilet issue quickly and affordably. Serving Mooresville and surrounding areas, our reliable plumbers are your local go-to for clogged toilet troubleshooting, toilet leak detection, float cup fill valve and flapper replacements, and all other toilet repairs.
Call 704.892.5843 today to meet with a certified plumber and get your toilet back in working order.
WHAT CAUSES TOILETS TO LEAK?
There are a few usual suspects when it comes to a leaking toilet:
- Worn-Out Flapper Valve: The flapper is the rubber seal at the bottom of the toilet tank. Over time, minerals in the water can cause it to corrode or become misshapen, allowing water to seep into the toilet bowl. Replacing a worn flapper is a quick, inexpensive fix.
- Faulty Flush Valve: Known as the ballcock, the flush valve refills the tank after you flush. If it fails to shut off completely, the tank will keep filling, and water will spill down the overflow pipe into the bowl. Swapping in a new flush valve is cheap and easy for our plumbers to handle.
- Cracked Tank or Bowl: Cracks in the porcelain can result in leaks around the base of the toilet and onto the bathroom floor. While cracks can sometimes be repaired, replacing the damaged component is usually best.
- Loose Connections: The water supply line that fills the tank is connected via a coupling nut under the tank. If this nut becomes loose, it may cause water to leak out. Simply tightening the nut should stop the leak.
TOP SIGNS YOUR TOILET NEEDS REPAIR
How can you tell if your toilet has a leak? Here are some telltale signs:
- The toilet runs continuously or turns on periodically, even when not in use
- Water drips from the base of the toilet tank
- You hear the toilet “running” from inside the tank
- Your water bill shows unusually high usage
- The toilet bowl refills with water by itself over time
If you notice any of these signs, your toilet may have a leak. Call Ultimate Plumbing at 704.892.5843 right away to schedule a repair. Even small leaks add up to major water waste and water bill inflation over time. Catching toilet leaks early can save you money.
ULTIMATE PLUMBING’S TOILET REPAIRS PROCESS
DISPATCH AND ARRIVAL
When you call our office, we prioritize your problem. One of our licensed plumbers near Mooresville will be promptly dispatched to your home. We aim to have a technician arrive quickly, with 24-hour service available.
INSPECTION AND DIAGNOSIS
The first thing our plumber will do is perform a thorough inspection and diagnosis. First, we’ll discuss your observations and identify any sounds, drips, or other symptoms you noticed. Next, we’ll closely examine the tank, toilet bowl, flapper, flush valve, seals, supply line, and all other components to pinpoint the source of the problem.
If needed, our team may conduct a dye test by placing colored tablets in the tank and waiting to see if color appears in the bowl, indicating a leak. Your technician will clearly explain what is causing the toilet to malfunction.
LOCALIZED REPAIRS AND REPLACEMENT
Whenever possible, our plumbers strive to perform leaking toilet repairs limited only to the affected components rather than replacing the entire toilet. For example, if the flush valve has a crack, just that will be replaced, which costs far less than a full toilet replacement.
If the supply line connection is loose, we’ll tighten it rather than replace it. Often, repairs take 30 minutes or less.
ADJUSTMENTS AND TESTING
After repairs are complete, your technician will test the toilet’s operation. We’ll flush it several times and listen closely for any sounds indicating an issue. We may also pour colored dye into the tank again and wait to make sure no leaks are still present.
Our plumber will make any final adjustments to stop the leak or restore the proper flushing function. Our technician will only leave once you can see the issue is 100 percent fixed.
REVIEW REPAIRS AND PROVIDE THE NEXT STEPS
Once repairs are complete and testing confirms everything is working, our plumber will clearly explain the work. We’ll review what parts we replaced and make recommendations for any further repairs that you may need down the road.
Finally, our technician provides clear next steps in case any issues arise again. Let us know if you have any questions or concerns before we clean the area and leave.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
CAN YOU REPLACE JUST PART OF MY TOILET, OR DO I NEED A WHOLE NEW ONE?
In many cases, plumbers can replace individual components like the toilet flapper, fill valve, or wax ring seals to fix leaks and stop waste. A professional plumber with experience will only recommend full replacements when the toilet has extensive damage.
HOW DO I STOP MY TOILET FROM RUNNING CONSTANTLY?
A continuously running toilet is almost always caused by problems with the flapper or fill valve. If the flapper isn’t sealing tightly or the fill valve isn’t shutting off completely, water will continuously enter the bowl. Replacing either part is an easy fix for plumbers and stops the running noise.
WHAT IS INVOLVED IN REPLACING A TOILET FLAPPER?
To replace a flapper, the tank lid is removed to access the flapper seal at the bottom of the tank. The old flapper is unhooked from its hinge, and the new sealing flapper is put in place. The chain is re-attached. It usually takes a plumber less than 30 minutes.
WHAT CAN I DO TO PREVENT A LEAKING TOILET?
Check flappers and the float cup fill valve yearly for signs of wear. Add tablets to the toilet tank to prevent mineral buildup and corrosion. Avoid using caustic cleaning products. Be gentle when tightening bolts to avoid cracking the base, and call a plumber at the first sign of leaks.