Toilets

A toilet that won't stop running can drive you crazy. But there's good news: You can put an end to this water torture yourself, even if…

If you've tried a new flapper to fix your running toilet and it still runs don’t give up hope. Here's a fix that sure to work.

Fix the 4 most common causes of leaks under the toilet. With the right parts it's easier (and cheaper) than you think.

Fixing a running toilet is a lot easier than you might think. In this article, we'll show you how to identify and solve the problem. Don't be…

Fight back against toilets that don't flush. Learn the pros and cons of “gravity flush,” “pressure assist” and…

Clogged toilet? No problem. With a little practice, even a home repair rookie can get most clogged toilets back up and running in minutes,…

Whether you're installing a better-flushing toilet or resetting the old one after remodeling, these tips will help you do it faster and with…

If your toilet doesn't flush as well as it used to, there's a good chance that lime deposits are building up in the rinse holes and…

Learn the simple four-step strategy that solves 95 percent of toilet flush problems. Stop water from constantly running, give a wimpy flush a…

How to buy the best toilet for your home, including expert advice on features like flushing mechanisms, sizes, shapes, water saving efficiency,…

Minor wood rot around a toilet flange doesn’t always mean you have to replace the subfloor. Solve the problem with a metal flange support…

If your expensive new toilet won't flush properly and the contractor is giving you the runaround, climb up on the roof and check the vent pipe.

If you have hard water, mineral deposits can accumulate in the rinse holes around the rim of the toilet, causing a weak flush. The fix is…

Solution to a bubbling toilet and sudden water level changes in the toilet bowl. Both indicate an air-venting problem in the drain system.

Sump pumps and sewage ejector pumps rely on check valves to stop backflow, but they can be noisy when they slam close. Quieter alternatives are…

Remove rust stains from toilets, sinks and bathtubs quickly and easily with the resin bed cleaner used for water softeners.

Hand-tightened compression nuts for water supply lines always seem to need an extra turn with pliers. But a big part of the problem is…

We show simple ways to find and stop common water leaks before they cause rot and other expensive damage. You'll find most of them around…

Ball valves will shut off the water to faucets and toilets more reliably than standard valves. They cost only a little more.

To save you time, money and headaches down the road, we collected our favorite tips and tricks for solving common household plumbing problems.…