Replace toilet flapper
Why it matters
A worn flapper is the #1 cause of silent toilet leaks, wasting 200+ gallons per day and inflating water bills. It's a cheap, easy fix.
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How to do it
- 1
Turn off water supply at the shutoff valve behind the toilet.
- 2
Flush to drain the tank completely.
- 3
Unclip the old flapper from the flush valve stem.
- 4
Install new flapper, ensuring clip seats securely on the valve.
- 5
Turn water back on and test for leaks at the base.
- 6
Adjust float arm if water runs continuously.