Toilet Repair Services in Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, and Summerlin
Labor Rate: $105 per hour
Labor Rate: $105 per hour
Condensation
According to licensed plumbers, the most typical cause of water leaks on the bathroom floor is what they call “sweating.” This is water condensing outside of the toilet’s tank and leaking onto the flooring. Toilet tank condensation or sweating is brought on by the difference in temperature level of the water inside the tank. Generally, tank water is cold while the temperature level outside is warm, thus condensation happens.
Quick Solution to toilet condensation:
- Toilet tank liners: Insulate the cold water inside the tank from the warm exterior.
- Anti-sweat toilet tank valves: Blend cold and warm water entering the tank to minimize the temperature level differences.
The best way to determine if condensation is the cause of the water on the floor is to dry the toilet thoroughly then perform a colored water test.
- The process is simple:
1. Remove the toilet tank cover.
2. Add some food coloring to the water in the toilet tank.
3. Avoid flushing for some time.
4. Observe if colored water drips outside the toilet.
5. The next process is to determine the water leak source.
2.
Dripping Dilemma
Again, if there is a leak between the toilet tank and the toilet bowl, a colored water test will identify it. Follow the same steps as described above. If the water that leaks is that color, then there is a good chance that there is a bad seal between the tank and the toilet bowl.
Quick solution:
Repairing this problem requires lifting the toilet tank from the bowl to change out the washers and gasket. Many plumbers suggest replacing the bolts as well since the toilet has already been taken apart.
3.
Trouble in Tank
If the leak is not a result of condensation, there could be a hairline crack in the toilet tank. Performing a colored water test can identify this type of leak.
Any fractures in the tank should be tinted and highlighted by the colored water. Other sources might be from the foam gasket where the flush valve permits water to seep in the bowl.
Quick solution:
Unfortunately, the best solution with a tank crack is to replace the toilet.
4.
Dripping from below the toilet
A bad wax ring should be the only reason why wastewater leaks from below a toilet. However, even if the wax seal is damaged, flushed wastewater should not pass the wax on the flange below the toilet and onto the floor. It should still flow directly into the sewer line.
If it is wastewater on the floor, then the issue is likely a bad wax ring.
Resealing the toilet bowl with a new wax ring is advisable. If the new wax ring doesn’t resolve the issue, then it is time to have the drain line inspected for clogs and intrusions.
5.
Shut-off valve leaks
Make certain water is not leaking from the water lines behind the toilet that connect to the water shutoff valves.
Check that the lines connected to the shutoff valves are tightly sealed. If they are and the water is still leaking, the valve needs to be replaced.
6.
Interconnected Flow
Most often than not, the toilet is the place to look into when there is a water leak in the bathroom. This will make it look like the water is originating from the toilet when in reality the cause is easier and less costly.
If the water appears after showering, the water may be from the tub or shower. Use bath mats on the floor and see if that solves the problem.
7.
Supply line leaks
Look for water leaking from the joints on each end of the pipeline, where the line connects both to the inlet of the toilet’s fill valve and the shut-off valve on the wall. If the supply line is stiff, try changing the supply washers. Usually, the supply line will be connected straight to the shut-off valve as a single-piece system.
Many plumbers advise clients to use versatile stainless-steel water bends as they are much easier to connect and are really trusted.
8.
Fill valve shank gasket drip
Always remember to inspect the shank gasket where the ballcock links to the tank. Fill valve or ballcock allows water to enter the tank.
Quick solution:
This kind of problem can usually be recognized by the colored water test. Try to find possible fractures in the tank near or around the gasket. Often, tightening the shank nut just below the tank stops the leak if no fractures are visible.
A word of caution. Tighten the nut a quarter turn at a time while assessing if the leak stops. If it continues, then the gasket may be the cause.
9.
Fill valve fill tube leak
When the water seems to be dripping from the back, close to the tank, ensure that the refill tube is tight enough and not affected by the flush valve overflow. If there are signs of leaks in the bathroom, call Royalty Plumbing for service.