How to Know When to Replace Your Toilet Plumbing
Many factors can cause your toilet to malfunction, and there are plenty of signs that you need to repair or replace your toilet. Call a plumbing professional if your toilet is doing any of the following:
Ghost Flushing
If your toilet tank continues to run after you’ve flushed it, the problem may be a poorly fitted or leaking flapper. A faulty flapper can trigger water to continuously drain, thereby causing the fill valve to kick on suddenly. This also can happen if the water line is too long.
Getting Clogged
Toilets typically get clogged with toilet paper, human waste and objects that shouldn’t be flushed near the top of the drain is where clogs mostly occur. If you often find yourself having to plunge the toilet, let A-1 American Services replace it for you.
Developing Cracks and Scratches
Have you noticed any small cracks in the surface of your toilet? While sometimes small cracks aren’t a primary concern, you shouldn’t overlook the fact that small cracks can be the source of a leak, which may cause a flood.
As your toilet’s surface develops scratches, it’s only a matter of time before it becomes unsightly and harder to keep clean. This is especially true if you have an older toilet, so it’s in your best interest to purchase a new one. Investing in a new toilet can help you save not only money but also energy, seeing that you won’t have to work as hard to keep it clean and functional.
Components Breaking
Whether your toilet has one or several broken components, such as a flush handle, it’s highly likely that your toilet will eventually become uncomfortable to use or unusable altogether. That’s why you should give us a call at A-1 American. We’re centered on providing the assistance you need and resolve your plumbing issues quickly.
More Information
For more detailed information on the inner-workings of a toilet, check out this quick guide.
A-1 American Services is your plumbing professional and can repair or replace all makes and models. For your convenience, we offer 24/7 emergency service. On any given day, at any given time, our plumbing company can come out and repair your toilet or install a new toilet that’s more efficient and reliable.
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