Toilet replacement parts are readily available and usually not difficult to install, no matter how old the toilet is. If a toilet is cracked, it needs to be replaced. However, you may want to replace one if it's out of style.
To determine what's wrong with your toilet, start by looking under the tank lid. If flushes are incomplete, check that the water level reaches the proper level -- an inch or less from the top of the overflow tube. If the toilet is constantly hissing or if water seeps into the bowl then the tank water level may be too high. The excess water is slowly overflowing into the overflow tube and into the bowl. Adjusting the water level is usually a simple matter. In some cases, however, the fill valve may need to be repaired or replaced. If water seeps out the bottom of the bowl when the toilet is flushed, the wax ring needs to be replaced. |
