HOME & FAMILY

Leaky Toilet: Do It Yourself

Most of the repairs for toilet problems do not require you to dismantle the toilet bowl or tank. The following videos cover the three main issues that can cause continuous running, periodic mystery flushing, or failure to flush entirely.

toilet, restroom, lavatory

Fixing a problem with your toilet is usually pretty easy and will save you a ton of money compared to calling a plumber.
- Grandpa TJ -

How-to videos

Worn-out flapper valve

This video shows you how to repair a toilet which keeps running due to a worn-out flapper valve.

Thanks to Home Repair Tutor for the YouTube video.

Watch on YouTube

Faulty fill valve

This video shows you how to replace a faulty valve.

Thanks to Atlanta Habitat for Humanity for the YouTube video.

Watch on YouTube

Need help with your situation?

Email Grandpa TJ for free unbiased advice, or join the Inner Circle when you need a real conversation with a real person.

© 2026 Serendipity Labs, LLC. All Rights Reserved.