An issue with your toilet is one of those plumbing issues that hit home harder than most. Not only are they super inconvenient, but they can also cause much larger problems if addressed slowly. The thing about toilet issues is that sometimes the fix is easy and can be done by homeowners without too much hassle. However, what can be considered a simple problem like a clog or small leak can often be the symptom of a much larger issue like the main sewer leak or bad connection. If you have tried to fix your broken toilet and the case is still present, it is best to call a local plumbing company immediately.
Clogs
Clogs are the most common problem. It is probably clogged if your toilet is hesitant to flush or overflow. Clogged toilets can flood your bathroom and cause damage to your flooring and anything else in the area. Water damage is costly, and coming from your restroom, is also unsanitary and can pose health risks. Therefore you must get professional help when dealing with a clogged toilet. Plumbing Utah Heating & Air uses professional equipment to remove debris clogging your toilet. This ensures that your pipes are clear of any blockages that might cause future problems.
What clogs toilets?
Several objects can clog a toilet, but the most common causes of clogged toilets are paper products that do not disintegrate upon contact with water. These products include sanitary napkins, baby wipes, facial tissue, and paper towels.
Often, people will think that their toilet is just clogged, but it turns out that their water main is broken. The water main is the large pipe that connects your house to the city’s water supply. To find out if this could be the underlying issue of your toilet, Give us a call!
Noisy/Leaking Toilet
A standard toilet has at least five seals with the potential for leaking. If you have water on the floor around your bathroom, get the problem repaired quickly, so moisture does not damage your subfloor. If you hear a sustained hissing sound coming from your toilet, it’s probably a result of water trickling into the tank via the supply line. A toilet that will continue running wastes water and costs money.
Each time you flush your toilet, you use up to 3-5 gallons of water per flush. This especially holds if your bathroom is more than ten years old. On top of everyday toilet use, a running/leaking toilet can waste as much as 500 gallons of water daily. The consensus is that any unrepaired leak will cost at least $300 per year in wasted water.
Lost Flushing Power
The Bowl Empties Slowly A bowl that empties slowly — also known as a weak flush — is usually the result of clogged holes underneath the bowl’s rim.
Most toilets operate with plastic, cheaply made parts, which are relied on for making the toilet function properly. When those parts break or become defective, it prevents your toilet from operating correctly, resulting in overflows, increased utility bills due to running water, and more. Whether water drains from the tank into the bowl, causing constant tank filling, the water level assembly breaks, or the toilet drain clogs, toilets are commonly susceptible to numerous problems that can put a crimp in your daily routine. Homeowners can make some minor toilet repairs. And there are several essential remedies to attempt to unclog a toilet. But if internal parts are faulty and need to be replaced, or if a plunger isn’t working, you need to rely on professionals who will do the job right and get your toilet working quickly once again. A clogged toilet could be an indication of more severe issues in your sewer line, so it is crucial to have the problem inspected by a trained professional.
Does your toilet need to be repaired? Is it noisy? Does it run non-stop? Has it lost its flushing power? Most of these problems can be remedied with a simple toilet repair by Plumbing Utah Heating & Air. However, it may be time for a new toilet to be installed. Whether you need to repair or upgrade your bathroom to a new, more efficient toilet in Sandy, Utah, our staff of dedicated, experienced, and reliable plumbing technicians can repair or replace your toilet (any make or model). Our trained plumbing experts are standing by to help provide you with speedy, professional service and a free, no-obligation estimate on your toilet repair or replacement.
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