What’s the culprit: A worn or misaligned flapper can let water leak from the tank into the bowl, causing constant running and higher utility bills. Why it happens: Flappers degrade over time due to ...

This week I am coming to the rescue of homeowners who have bathrooms built more than 20, 30 or 40 years ago. Homes back then sometimes had colored bathroom fixtures. Do you remember blue, brown or ...

Q: My toilet is causing me fits. The water from the tank is slowly leaking into the bowl, and I can’t figure out why. I have replaced the flapper, but the problem persists. What else should I do? A: ...

Toilet flappers (the valve seal in the toilet tank) can become old and worn-out. When this happens, water can seep through from the toilet tank into the toilet bowl.

A running or faulty toilet can waste water, raise bills, and cause daily frustration — but most fixes are quick, inexpensive, ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

An average leaking toilet will waste up to 78,000 gallons of water per year. Think about it — that's enough water to fill two average-sized backyard swimming pools. What follows are some common toilet ...