Plumbing Guide

Top 3 Reasons Why Your Toilet Bowl Water Keeps Running

Is your toilet making a continuous running water sound? Discover how to fix a faulty flapper valve or fill valve and save on your water bills.

1. Worn Out Flapper Valve

The rubber flapper at the bottom of the tank degrades over time. If it does not seal properly, water continuously leaks into the bowl.

2. Incorrect Float Height

If the float ball or cup is set too high, the fill valve never shuts off, causing water to constantly drain into the overflow tube.

3. Faulty Fill Valve

If adjusting the float does not work, the internal mechanisms of the fill valve might be broken, requiring a complete replacement by a plumber.