Common Signs of a Running Toilet

You may notice:

• The toilet keeps running after flushing
• The tank refills randomly
• You hear a hissing sound
• The handle has to be jiggled
• Water moves in the bowl when nobody has used it
• The toilet runs off and on during the day
• Your water bill has gone up unexpectedly

Simple Things to Check

If you are comfortable looking inside the tank, carefully remove the tank lid and set it somewhere safe.

Check whether:

• The flapper is sealing at the bottom of the tank
• The chain is caught, too tight, or too loose
• The handle is sticking
• The water level is too high
• Water is running into the overflow tube
• The fill valve keeps running after the tank should be full

What Not to Do

Do not keep ignoring a running toilet if it is happening regularly. Even a small internal leak can waste water over time.

Do not force parts inside the tank. If something is brittle, worn, or not moving correctly, forcing it can make the issue worse.

When to Call a Plumber

It may be time to call if the toilet keeps running after simple checks, the shutoff valve does not work, the toilet has older worn parts, the water bill has increased, or you are not sure what part is failing.

Call or text 470-531-3956 with a photo or short video of what the toilet is doing.

Shanks is on it.