In the world of toilets there are a host of options and upgrades that make the old days of the gravity-assisted toilet an unpleasant memory. Since the 1980’s there have been substantial leaps and bounds made in the world of toilets. Which flushing system is better, siphon-jet, or pressure-assisted? Pressure-assisted toilets produce a more forceful …
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A toilet that runs at random can be a real nuisance. Not only do running toilets render a toilet un-flushable, but the intermittent whistling sound also is bothersome, and the unnecessary amount of water being used hikes up your water bill. While toilets only amount to 30% of home water usage, that number can increase …
Viega ProPress: Pipes, Fittings, and Tools That Save Time and Money Contractors and DIY home repair folks usually dread plumbing. When you rip out the old walls, who knows what you’re doing to find? Often piping for either plumbing or gas becomes a major part of any major renovation. Plumbing can get very expensive very …
Moving a toilet is often necessary with home renovations; either complete remodels or even just minor bathroom fixes can require the toilet to be relocated. However, this process is not exactly as simple as just picking up the toilet and moving to a new spot. So, how difficult is it to relocate a toilet? Relocating …
A leaking toilet handle can be unsettling even for the most seasoned homeowner. The good news is that the solution is usually one of a few relatively easy fixes that can be accomplished with a few simple steps. Water levels in toilets should not be high enough to leak out of the handle opening on …
Securing a toilet flange is a bit harder than you would think. But if you are already handy around the house and have the right tools and parts, you will be able to do it without needing to hire someone else. What are the steps to securing a toilet flange? Block off the Gases from …
After moving into your new house, you could not be happier with the bathroom. The mirrors are shiny, the floor tiles are gleaming, and the showerhead is sure to make for a luxurious, spa-like experience. However, when you need to use the toilet for the first time, you can’t help but think it requires you …
Having a toilet that doesn’t flush properly can be frustrating, not to mention embarrassing. Have you ever gone to the bathroom while you have a house full of people only to find you can’t get all of your waste to disappear? You start to panic, flushing over and over, trying to remove the evidence of …
One of the most common problems homeowners run into with their plumbing is their toilet chains. You may have to jiggle the handle every time you flush, or your toilet chain may be falling off every time you flush the toilet. Whatever the cause of your toilet chain breaking off is, here you will find …
If you have been hearing an endless trickling noise from your toilet, it may require repair, as this is an indicator of a leaking tank. A toilet leak can be attributed to many things: For instance, the leak may be coming from your tank, but the exact point from which the water is leaking could …