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Flush tank of dripping tap and constantly flowing toilet in the house … These are two problems that not only ruin water, but also ruin the peace of your brain and the budget of the month. Every time it is called the plumber for this small problem and giving it 300-500 rupees.
You will be surprised to know that in 90% of cases, the leakage of the toilet flush tank is so modest that you can fix it with your hands in just 2 minutes without any tool. Yes, this is absolutely true!
So the next time the sound of ‘Chhanna-Chhanna’ of water flowing continuously from your toilet, then before calling the plumber, once you become a ‘plumber’ yourself.
First of all, understand the root of the problem
When you press the flush button, a rubber or plastic installed inside the tank ‘Flapper valve’ Rokes up, and lets the water go into the toilet bowl. After the water is empty, it should stop the flow of water by sitting back in its place.
The problem of leakage occurs when:
This flapper valve cannot sit properly in its place.
A dirt or garbage gets stuck under it.
The chain that raises it becomes too tight or loose.
how to fix? (2 minute step-by-step guide)
You do not need any tool.
Close water connection: First of all, turn off the main supply by rotating the water valve behind the toilet or adjacent.
Open the lid of the tank: Put the lid kept above the flush tank carefully and keep it in the side.
Check the chain (most common problem): Inside you will see a chain that will be going to the flapper valve below the flush button.
If the chain is very tight, So it will not let the flapper be closed properly. Put the chain hook down one or two links.
If the chain is very loose And if you are getting stuck under the flapper, then apply it a little short by applying it one or two. The chain should be so much that there is a slight looseness in it.
Clean the flapper valve: Clean the flapper valve (that round rubber lid) and its seat (hole he sits) by rubbing your finger lightly. Many times water dirt, hair or small waste goes stuck here, due to which it does not stop properly.
Set everything back: Now apply water connection again and allow the tank to fill.
Done! In 90% of cases, your problem will be solved in no time and water will stop flowing. If the water is flowing even after this, then your flapper valve may have become old and bad. It is easily available in the market for Rs 50-100, which you can change yourself.
This small task will not only save your money, but will also enjoy ‘to fix something yourself’.
