How (and Why) To Fix Your Toilet Handle

Is your toilet handle loose or wiggly? It’s a common and irritating issue that homeowners often ignore. While it’s a minor plumbing problem, it’s always better to fix it right away before it grows into a more serious issue.

How (and Why) To Fix Your Toilet Handle

A loose toilet handle can have a negative effect on the way your toilet flushes. It can result in a constantly running toilet, low-powered flushes, and can occasionally even cause your toilet to overflow.

5 easy steps to fix a loose toilet handle

  1. Take the toilet tank cover off of the toilet. Be careful when removing the tank cover, as it can be heavy depending on what type of toilet you have. Take the tank cover off and set it aside in a safe place. 
  1. Turn off the water shut-off valve to the toilet. This can usually be found near the back of your toilet on the base. Make sure the water shut-off valve is completely off before moving onto the next step. Once you’ve double-checked that this is off, push the lever to flush and empty the toilet tank. 
  1. Inside the tank, locate the metal nut near the handle. Use a wrench to tighten the nut until it is snug, being careful not to overtighten as this could damage the toilet. 
  1. Check your work. Press down the lever to test it out. If the toilet handle feels tighter, you’ve successfully fixed the problem! 
  1. Turn the water back on. Once you’re confident in a job well done, turn the water back on and return the toilet tank cover to the top of the toilet.

Toilet repair in Schererville Including the entire Northwest Indiana

If you’ve followed the five steps above and still can’t seem to tighten the toilet handle enough, you might be dealing with a different issue. Sometimes the inner mechanism of the toilet lever can break or get worn down, resulting in the need for a complete replacement of the part.

If you’re experiencing any issues with your toilet, contact Reichelt Plumbing for expert, friendly plumbing service. To schedule an appointment, call (219) 322-4906 today.

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