How To Fix The #1 Hidden Toilet LEAK! DIY

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Күн бұрын

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On this video I’ll be showing you How to fix the #1 hidden toilet Leak that is commonly found on toilet bowls! Great DIY for any home owner DIYer also great for beginners!
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@kaaaah2003
@kaaaah2003 2 жыл бұрын
Again good one for DIY. Plumber will charge $150. Thanks buddy.
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏽!
@kaaaah2003
@kaaaah2003 2 жыл бұрын
@@FixThisHouse Bro. the first nut will not damage porcelain? I have 12 years old home and I will change all of them as a precautionary measure. It's cheap and doable.
@MoneyManHolmes
@MoneyManHolmes 2 жыл бұрын
If the people you live with push back on the tank when taking care of business, the extra nut is a requirement! Without it, the bolt head will just tear through the gasket in no time.
@kaaaah2003
@kaaaah2003 2 жыл бұрын
@@MoneyManHolmes Thanks
@johnintranuovo5106
@johnintranuovo5106 Жыл бұрын
350
@kelleyalley3539
@kelleyalley3539 5 ай бұрын
Thank goodness i found your channel! My late husband was a plumber, electrician, carpenter, mechanic, welder, etc. He fixed everything. But when my toilet started leaking, i decided i could find out how to fix it. Thats when i found your channel. Im disabled but my adult daughter and i watched your video on how to fix a leaky toilet. Daughter got it done in no time. You explained each step to take. Clear and precise. We cannot thank you enough sir. We're loyal followers of yours now. Thanks again! 😊
@AlcoOneNote
@AlcoOneNote Жыл бұрын
This is a good video presentation about how to deal with a common toilet leak. If you are ever planning on installing a new toilet or you need to otherwise replace a toilet, consider buying a toilet version that is one piece with the tank and bowl made as a single unit. These are available from American Standard and others. This type eliminates any chance of leaks between the tank and the bowl.
@purpledancerbmw5279
@purpledancerbmw5279 Жыл бұрын
Thanks, I like that!
@MrLike2surf
@MrLike2surf Жыл бұрын
They are VERY heavy and awkward to handle.
@drury2d8
@drury2d8 Жыл бұрын
@@MrLike2surf get a dolly and blanket
@ontheotherhand7627
@ontheotherhand7627 Жыл бұрын
@@MrLike2surf Good point. A lot of us don't have the upperbody strength to handle that.
@CarlosRuiz-ue9rb
@CarlosRuiz-ue9rb 11 ай бұрын
I love how at <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="351">5:51</a> he says " make sure you just hand tighten it. be very very careful, porcelain is very fragile" as he is tightening it down with a half inch socket wrench.
@brianm7109
@brianm7109 6 ай бұрын
I think I'm actually currently having a leak from overtightening one of those bolts with a ratchet wrench. Heard the porcelain crack but was just in denial and hoped it was nothing important
@taliah5451
@taliah5451 6 ай бұрын
He said don’t do it if your porcelain is weak and truthfully at that point a new toilet is needed. My guess is two things 1) his porcelain is strong 😂 or 2) he’s been doing this so long he knows how to use the tools w/o damaging the porcelain. Ijs
@tanodrea
@tanodrea 9 күн бұрын
Hand tightening can refer to using a hand tool rather than a power tool
@58russ
@58russ 8 күн бұрын
And he was gripping more toward the socket end vs using the leverage of the handle end.
@Albert-bk1jz
@Albert-bk1jz 3 күн бұрын
Hand tight…grab your rachet with your hand closer to the head than to the end of the handle and use your wrist strength to tight it.
@hoppy01003
@hoppy01003 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video. I watched about 25 videos before replacing all the parts inside the tank, and none of them, including this one told me the following! You need to come back about 10 days after install and re-tighten the two retaining nuts. The weight of all the water in the tank will compress the main seal (donut sized seal) below the tank and the tank will become wobbly.
@notarivsanonymvs2561
@notarivsanonymvs2561 Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you for taking the time to share this DIY fix. It helped me fix my leak! My local plumbing companies quoted me a flat rate between $125-$150 I saved $134 after purchasing the kit and installing it myself. Once again thank you for sharing!
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse Жыл бұрын
I’m glad, I could be of help and I’m always happy to hear you saved alot of money! 🙏🏽😊
@sandibennett7305
@sandibennett7305 7 ай бұрын
Thank you for an incredibly helpful tutorial. I was able to replace all of the nuts, bolts, gaskets and wax ring on my own.. first time ever! Saved me from using a plumber. Saved me a lot money, but mostly very satisfied knowing I was able to do without paying someone to do. Thank you!
@theresedillon6717
@theresedillon6717 7 ай бұрын
Yes! And now you will always know how to do this repair. And you might have confidence to try other stuff, too.
@luke928
@luke928 8 күн бұрын
No nonsense, straight to it, properly explained. Well done and thank you
@phoenixlion462
@phoenixlion462 Жыл бұрын
I definitely admire the step by step process in this video presentation on how to fix just about any household problems like these. Thank you!
@cavalier5727
@cavalier5727 Жыл бұрын
Excellent, DIY, this clip just gave me a clearer picture of what to do with a nasty water leak that I just discovered below our toilet tank! Thank You ! God bless.
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse Жыл бұрын
I’m glad I could be of help! 🙏🏽😊
@KatieeJ77
@KatieeJ77 Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU!!! The step at <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="351">5:51</a> is what I was missing as what I had taken off didn't have the washer/nut placed there. Couldn't figure out why there was still a leak after following the instructions from the company I purchased it from. I appreciate this video.
@vinor3846
@vinor3846 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. You have shown a professional clean way of fastening the bolts/nuts to the tank!! Awesome.
@mattski1979
@mattski1979 6 ай бұрын
I don't wanna seem, you know, pushy, but you have a drastically relaxing voice. You should definitely make more videos. It's just plain old fashioned calm as hell and that's important to me for some bizarre reason. Thank you for this video. You're awesome.
@LoveandData
@LoveandData 26 күн бұрын
I ended up replacing the big gasket, long screws, etc. You explained and showed everything so it was super simple for a novice (ME) to follow. Thank you so much!
@thomasfillmore5799
@thomasfillmore5799 Жыл бұрын
always a good idea to pay a bit more and use brass or SS hardware. bolts will eventually rust through and wreak havac.
@SilatShooter
@SilatShooter Ай бұрын
Thank you! Followed this and fixed it myself. Longest and hardest part was cleaning the tank and holes around the base. The rest was pretty straight forward. Saved me a nice chunk of $$$. Plumbers in my area don't come out for less than $200. Greatly appreciate the step by step and options.
@NICK20ty
@NICK20ty 2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this video I had this same problem today. I did what you said in the video and got the new rubber from home depot and put it on and no leaks. Thank you for this you are a blessing. God bless you and your family 🙏👍💪
@OUrNit03
@OUrNit03 Жыл бұрын
Man you are God sent! Simple video straight to the point. Exactly my current issue, thanks my brotha
@danuellewalker8587
@danuellewalker8587 11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!!!!!! I'm headed to my mother's today to replace her tank bolts and gaskets
@brockbuss
@brockbuss Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Found that one of the tank bolts had rusted completely and no longer holding the tank to the bowl securely! I think I will also follow the advice of another commentor and tighten the tank bolts in another day or so.
@skeeterburke
@skeeterburke Жыл бұрын
I use a turkey baster for most stuff, makes a decent cheap syringe. It's not airtight but if you can transfer the liquid fast enough, it works great
@ParishSouth
@ParishSouth Жыл бұрын
Id put the lower seal with the second nut...seal on both sides of tank bottom
@tealmountaintrekking6141
@tealmountaintrekking6141 Жыл бұрын
Would also help prevent cracking.
@chanwarren
@chanwarren 4 ай бұрын
Definitely did not notice this was wrong until it leaked afterwards for me. Even instructions on the box state this
@manuelmarquez2231
@manuelmarquez2231 Ай бұрын
Thanks my friend! I kept trying and trying to fixt the tank and it kept leaking, until I watched your video and followed your advice. Thank you!!
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse Ай бұрын
I’m glad I could be of help! 👍🏽😊🙏🏽
@markg1121
@markg1121 Ай бұрын
VERY helpful video, saved my $300!!! The ONE and only caveat, when you put the gasket in, make sure you get it seated properly on the tank top... there was an adapter on mine that I initially did not see (didn't take the intake line off, should have so I could get a better view of everything) and I didn't get the gasket seated completely before I put it back together... found a leak almost immediately and watched your video again to make sure I had everything in the correct sequence... simply a USER ERROR, and second try was the trick. THANK YOU for this video!!
@pbsnyderman
@pbsnyderman Жыл бұрын
this was GREAT, thank you. i did the replacement with a new kit. there seems to be a very very small drip from the tank bolts. maybe three drops a day. should i just let it go or try to re-tighten? i’m afraid to crack the porcelain by tightening more. again, thank you.
@jeffkane221
@jeffkane221 11 ай бұрын
Use rubber gaskets on bottom of tank also. Get extra nut and rubber kits do not provide <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="351">5:51</a> .
@kimberlymurray5293
@kimberlymurray5293 2 ай бұрын
I used a metal washer between the bolt head and the rubber gasket in the tank because the bolt head was about 1/4 " smaller than the original bolt. I wanted the metal washer inside the tank to help more evenly disperse tightening pressure to avoid cracks around the bolt holes. Then I put a rubber gasket , metal washer, then nut at the bottom of the tank. I put the tank on the toilet, and finished off both bolts with a rubber gasket, a metal washer and a nut. The final rubber gaskets were to protect the porcelain, and for easier removal of the nuts next time I have to fix the toilet. The left bolt does not leak at all. The right bolt leaks a tiny drop every now and then. I put a small plastic container under it . Takes weeks to fill. I suspect my husband overtightened the right bolt when he first installed the toilet, since it has always been leaking. Yeah, that's him, Mr. Locktight. He puts the Kung Fu grip on everything.
@gurpreetkainth6842
@gurpreetkainth6842 Жыл бұрын
Very nicely explained the whole process. Thanks for the video. What if the bolts are not properly tighten... could this also be a reason of leak?
@qpham63
@qpham63 Жыл бұрын
That one handed nut install while the other hand holds the camera...nice.
@MyMomo17
@MyMomo17 Ай бұрын
You're very good at demonstration and explanation.❤
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse Ай бұрын
Thank you so much for love and support 🙏🏽😊
@greenmanatee6462
@greenmanatee6462 10 ай бұрын
Too many of my diy projects become snafu's but this worked perfectly! Thank you
@mjkobylski
@mjkobylski Жыл бұрын
Great work on this video. Simple to follow and your explanations are great too.
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! 🙏🏽😊
@SirCodeJunkie
@SirCodeJunkie Жыл бұрын
They put the metal washer inside the tank between the screw and the gasket. The metal on metal seal is probably where the leak is coming from. You can see it at the beginning of the video.
@ncsEsper
@ncsEsper Жыл бұрын
Not true. Washer is above gasket.
@ouramazon1294
@ouramazon1294 Жыл бұрын
Wouldn't gob of silicone seal around screws inside tank be easier and cheaper?
@NicholeCampbell_.
@NicholeCampbell_. Жыл бұрын
Plumbers putty. It's the best!!!
@ellobitogallero521
@ellobitogallero521 3 ай бұрын
I was thinking the same.
@Mac3Ent
@Mac3Ent 2 жыл бұрын
I really needed this video because I have that same leak. I hope the porcelain is not cracked! The toilet sits about 2.5 inches off the wall and wobbles back a little bit.
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse 2 жыл бұрын
I’m glad I could be of help!
@IndigoChick68
@IndigoChick68 19 күн бұрын
THANK YOU!! My crooked plumber was going to charge me $900 to fix this kind of leak!!! I have a problem with people taking advantage of me bc I live alone.. I decided to do it myself and it's been pretty easy except the screws were rusted and even w wd40 extremely hard to remove... but I got stuck on this last step and where to buy the kit. Great video 👍
@adelacoffey2871
@adelacoffey2871 18 күн бұрын
First time home buyer and know nothing about house repairs. This video was simple and easy to follow. My house is OLD so I'll be watching a lot!!🔧🔨🪛🔩
@homarin1
@homarin1 16 күн бұрын
Very helpful thanks I fixed the problem going thru your recommendations 😎😎👍👍😁
@purpledancerbmw5279
@purpledancerbmw5279 4 ай бұрын
Thank you, here I am 7 months later needing to do this! Thanks much.
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse 4 ай бұрын
I’m glad I could be of help! 🙏🏽😊
@verleneperry-newburn905
@verleneperry-newburn905 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for this video, clear, short and very helpful.
@UNSCODST
@UNSCODST Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Now I have a solution for my weekend project!
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse Жыл бұрын
I’m glad I could be of help! 🙏🏽😊👍🏽
@AJPrieto444
@AJPrieto444 11 ай бұрын
Yeah one of the bolts on my toilet seems to have a leak. This video confirmed my suspicions. Thanks man, no need to pay $100 to a plumber for this 👍🏽
@mommadee3329
@mommadee3329 11 ай бұрын
I love how he explains and demonstrates
@Skyebooo
@Skyebooo Күн бұрын
Great video. Now, I know what to do! Hey, why add a gasket underneath the bowl nut? I would think the gasket in the tank is enough or place the gaskets between the outer and inner sides of the tank. Please let me know 'cause I'm about to rip my bowl apart.
@HaxorTech
@HaxorTech 8 ай бұрын
Amazing detail in this video my friend! Great job and definitely saved me over $100 as well, thank you!
@eulaliorodriguez5325
@eulaliorodriguez5325 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this video. This video is helpful.
@larrygreen5597
@larrygreen5597 11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much sir I had to do the same thing I also made sure I did not tighten them to tight because of porcelain
@darrenwilliams5702
@darrenwilliams5702 10 ай бұрын
Just happened to us for the first time I just started fixing the toilet issues recently and I picked up the parts going to try this tomorrow thank you for all of the information I’m going to try that method so it doesn’t leak in the future
@eddierobles2137
@eddierobles2137 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video . Just followed your steps and it worked. No more leaks. 👏👏🙏
@MoneyManHolmes
@MoneyManHolmes 2 жыл бұрын
The previous install had metal washers between the bolt heads and gaskets. That could have been the problem.
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse 2 жыл бұрын
Could be an issue yes 👍🏽
@turbopokey
@turbopokey Жыл бұрын
If the leak was constant, that would make sense. But if the leak was only during the flush, it seems more likely that the leak was around the main gasket.
@LuckyFin2008
@LuckyFin2008 3 ай бұрын
No more leaks thank you boss!
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse 3 ай бұрын
I’m glad I could be of help! 🙏🏽😊
@All-In-All-The-World
@All-In-All-The-World Ай бұрын
Thanks your video helping me fix my toilet.
@MindfulMusic
@MindfulMusic 4 ай бұрын
Yours originally had a washer then a rubber gasket inside the bowl. Toward the end, you didn't use this same setup. Why is that?
@aruntyagi4767
@aruntyagi4767 Жыл бұрын
This is the second one for the basement bat. kzfaq.infoUgkxOuLt8IL_GxhhaK8DBuKEL-zV0UJVpWZn , works great
@bhyydy6353
@bhyydy6353 8 ай бұрын
I have this problem and thank you for showing how to do it.
@matt5415
@matt5415 4 ай бұрын
My tank has three bolts. Of course, it’s the center bolt which is hardest to reach that is leaking. I’m hoping to just replace the one without taking the whole thing off. Wish me (and my spine) luck.
@shaunjimmybucketswilliams1096
@shaunjimmybucketswilliams1096 7 ай бұрын
Thanks bro. Just fixed mine while watching your video. Very helpful thank you
@stevepethel6843
@stevepethel6843 Жыл бұрын
Well video taped and we'll demonstrated and spoken...EXCELLENT Thinking I might try this too. Thanking Jesus for you
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! 🙏🏽😊
@chorchamroeun
@chorchamroeun Ай бұрын
Another option if you don't want to have to do muscle work, just flood the tank with flexible spray coat or silicone culk.
@velmawalker7467
@velmawalker7467 3 ай бұрын
Yes thank you! I just cleaned my bathroom and came back into the bathroom to find water everywhere
@bryanreese907
@bryanreese907 3 ай бұрын
Great step-by-step video 👍🏿
@laragreene8328
@laragreene8328 11 ай бұрын
Your videos are so good and clear!!!! Just Great!!! I subscribed immediately the first time I saw one!!!! Thanks!!!
@ImtooFuturistic
@ImtooFuturistic 10 ай бұрын
Great video I have a crack at the base I made from constipation. I’m going to Jb weld it
@ncsEsper
@ncsEsper Жыл бұрын
One of the best DIY out there. Count me in as new subscriber!
@mattski1979
@mattski1979 5 ай бұрын
Your videos are awesome. I had a question about whatever gasket is present for the supply line. Is that ever the culprit for a leak? I've never really done anything other than pulling old toilets or attaching the new ones. Thank you in advance for your answer and thank you for posting them. You're very good at explaining things. I appreciate it.
@mattski1979
@mattski1979 5 ай бұрын
And I apologize for being dense about measurements but how would I find if it's a 2" or 3" tank gasket? Thank you again for any answers.
@masterpaine9161
@masterpaine9161 11 ай бұрын
Why no metal washer on the inside like the original bolts?
@juliannetaylor9989
@juliannetaylor9989 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Having this exact problem. Now I know exactly what to buy. Thanks again! Liked and subscribed!
@bradlevine4711
@bradlevine4711 Ай бұрын
excellent. saved me money
@lyndaleetqpv
@lyndaleetqpv 10 ай бұрын
Great visual and instruction. Thank you
@RacerX1971
@RacerX1971 Жыл бұрын
Can also use wet and dry vacuum to suck up water
@fcfc50
@fcfc50 2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! 😉👍
@shavinduffy6670
@shavinduffy6670 Жыл бұрын
Awesome, great great video, so well done, so clear.
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@user-bb4hx3fk3e
@user-bb4hx3fk3e Жыл бұрын
What type of tools suitable To loosen or tight Toilet Bathroom Cistern Tank Close Couple Screw ( plastic type screw with nut)
@jesusiscomingsoon.5225
@jesusiscomingsoon.5225 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video very helpful.
@antonioaguilar8802
@antonioaguilar8802 Жыл бұрын
use wet/dry shopvac for removing water in the bowl
@turbopokey
@turbopokey Жыл бұрын
But what was option 2? Not putting the nut between the tank and the bowl?
@angelonicassio7131
@angelonicassio7131 Жыл бұрын
I thought that too but looked at instructions and you just put the first nut on from the bottom and tighten it until it goes up into and through the hole which is bigger than the nut. Then the toilet is designed so that you can tighten that first nut with a flat wrench…
@randy9573
@randy9573 Жыл бұрын
Yes. And he says hand tighten only while he’s using a ratchet.
@randy9573
@randy9573 Жыл бұрын
So. Hand tighten only using a ratchet? WTF.
@turbopokey
@turbopokey Жыл бұрын
@@randy9573 that's legit, you just don't use power tools on it.
@daveyvane9431
@daveyvane9431 Жыл бұрын
Option #2 is crapping outside
@ED-he7ts
@ED-he7ts 9 ай бұрын
The best video out there on this topic - thanks a bunch!!!
@MISSDAJAVU22
@MISSDAJAVU22 Жыл бұрын
Thank God for this video... I was on my way to buy a new toilet
@josephkendall9793
@josephkendall9793 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video! Clear explanation. Very helpful
@CHAMONIX552
@CHAMONIX552 8 ай бұрын
My left tank bolt is very easy to remove with hand, but the right one can't remove with 3/8” Drive X 13mm Deep Socket. It doesn't fit, seem to be a bit smaller.
@leonardopsantos
@leonardopsantos 6 ай бұрын
At <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="385">6:25</a>, why did you place the second gasket at the end of the screw? Doesn't it make a lot more sense to "sandwich" the porcelain between the gaskets? Screw head, gasket, through the hole, gasket, washer, nut. Tight nut. Place tank, another washer and nut.
@gregorytrayling8969
@gregorytrayling8969 Ай бұрын
Excellent question. Adding a second rubber gasket to the bottom of the tank wouldn't necessarily seal it any more that it already is. The top part has a wide-head bolt that seals it off, but the bottom would have a possible unsealed part between the bolt and the nut just past the washer. It's not sealed like the top part even with an extra gasket added. It also weakens the compression on the inside, sort of cutting it in half between the two gaskets. Instead of one strong link in the chain there's now two weaker ones. It's better just to use the metal washer on the outside of the tank, again not too tight that it might crack the porcelain. I'm guessing that's why his option is not mentioned in any of the official instructions that you get with the tank bolt sets, because DIY'ers would occasionally be cracking the porcelain, but it does work very well in preventing long-term leaks. (Not a plumber, just fixing my own stuff for centuries).
@easyclean21
@easyclean21 Ай бұрын
Thanks
@LorenzoRamos-i7p
@LorenzoRamos-i7p 19 күн бұрын
Gracias
@tabbskilgorecreate
@tabbskilgorecreate 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for this. Also, I have a wet dry vac I used. Lol😂
@WALTERBROADDUS
@WALTERBROADDUS 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for the tip.... Will try this weekend.
@kagemusha2870
@kagemusha2870 Ай бұрын
Pretty good video - clear and concise. But left some questions: (1) is that gasket kit you listed universal or specific to a brand like the tank's interior red gasket by the flapper does? (2) when discussing the socket you said "then you're gonna use your 13 millimeter deep socket wrench um again there's a half there's three eighths ratchets that you can use even a quarter totally up to you", so are you saying that the size of the nut varies and, if so, is that by brand? (3) you talk about putting the washer and the nut on the outside of the tank before putting it into the bowl and you repeatedly say it is a recommended option unless you are concerned about the fragility of the porcelain, but you don't say what it is an option to. If you did not add this washer and nut in between the tank and the bowl, would you then just use the rubber gasket, washer, and nut on the bolt as it extends through the bowl? and (4) please forgive me if this is really stupid but, as you said, porcelain is fragile. The gasket on the bolt in the tank is there to stop leaks and I assume the second one under the bowl is to disperse pressure so the tightening of the nut doesn't crack the porcelain when tightened. Had I not seen this video and just looked at the parts in the kit, I would have assumed that the second gasket would go in between the tank and bowl as further protection against leaks and to offset the porcelain on porcelain pressure (being fragile and all). Would it be a mistake to add a gasket there?
@numberformat
@numberformat Жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting the video. really helpful.
@AngelOliva302
@AngelOliva302 9 ай бұрын
Thank you my friend!
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse 9 ай бұрын
I’m glad I could be of help! 🙏🏽😊
@williamhartsell6390
@williamhartsell6390 8 ай бұрын
You forgot to check the tightness on that nylon nut. Gotta check the tightness
@fernandodasilva3563
@fernandodasilva3563 Жыл бұрын
Very good insight, thanks
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! 🙏🏽😊
@MasterJediDude
@MasterJediDude Ай бұрын
I have a Briggs toilet and I used the same seal that you have in the video. However, my tank was very wobbly after install (no water inside it yet). My bolts are good and tight. I’m afraid that the universal seal isn’t what I should be using. Should I try and track down an official Briggs seal?
@vynejohnson3316
@vynejohnson3316 Жыл бұрын
Wow, bro... class online!
@robertarzola
@robertarzola 10 ай бұрын
What do you do when no matter what adjustments you make, the toilet still leaks from the newly installed bolts? It's driving me crazy because I've been trying to fix this for a few days. Washers and bolts are new and undamaged
@Parkape79
@Parkape79 10 ай бұрын
I’m right there with you. Same situation. I tried it all and I feel defeated at this point. Did you figure things out?
@robertarzola
@robertarzola 10 ай бұрын
​@@Parkape79I'm just replacing the toilet. I ended up putting plumbers putty and it still leaked. The toilet is 20 years old so it's time to just replace it anyway
@Parkape79
@Parkape79 10 ай бұрын
@@robertarzola ok
@Parkape79
@Parkape79 10 ай бұрын
Update, so after messing around with it further, I discovered that the leak from was coming from the flush valve. I replaced it, problem solved. I took the tank off, put a little water in it and held it up in the air in the tub to pinpoint and see exactly where the issue was. Try that first if you haven’t gotten a new toilet yet. Good luck
@lolaavri9671
@lolaavri9671 Ай бұрын
Helloo, can you help me fixing a old fashioned toilet that leaks, please, cause i'm not sure if that method works for it, because maybe it leaks from two places 😅 . Thank you in advance 😇
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse Ай бұрын
Hi! Yes, please send me an email at - fixthishouse1@yahoo.com
@librathefresh1
@librathefresh1 8 ай бұрын
Great video! Thank you so much!
@leonardhousden8479
@leonardhousden8479 4 ай бұрын
Thank you for the video
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse 4 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching 🙏🏽😊
@slowmoe1964
@slowmoe1964 Жыл бұрын
hand tighten with a ratchet?
@daveshezo
@daveshezo Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@ontheotherhand7627
@ontheotherhand7627 Жыл бұрын
Also, if you don't have a sponge or a syringe handy, just open one f the bolts and put a container under it while it drains.
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse Жыл бұрын
That works too! Thanks for sharing! 🙏🏽😊
@ontheotherhand7627
@ontheotherhand7627 Жыл бұрын
@@FixThisHouse Those of us dealing with this stuff have to stick together. 😉
@jfang560
@jfang560 9 ай бұрын
Nice video,very helpful
@FixThisHouse
@FixThisHouse 9 ай бұрын
Thank you! 🙏🏽😊
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