Got toilet flush problems? Here’s a video guide of some quick things you can check if your toilet won’t flush.
You may have to call a plumber if the problem isn’t straightforward, but there some very simple reasons a toilet won’t flush, that you can check for and fix yourself. Check these first, but call a plumber if you are not confident about replacing any parts that turn out to be broken.
Easy Things To Check Why Your Toilet Won’t Flush
1. Float valve/ball. Your toilet cistrern should be full of water with the large plastic float ball sat on tap of the water. If the ball has become snagged against the side of the cistern then it may not fill at all, or enough. Gently bending the rod may fix the problem. If the rod is broken or the ball ‘leaking’ and filling with water, they will need replacing.
2. Handle. Too loose? Too tight? Check the mounting nut, and chain connections. They may simply need clearing of limescale or adjusting.
There are many reasons a toilet won’t flush, but don’t be afraid to lift the cistern lid and look around. It could be a simple fix.
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April 20th, 2009 at 9:42 pm
Thank you very much, this video helped me fix my toilet without calling for a plumber.