Why does toilet keep running when water is turned off?

If you turn a valve off on a toilet and water continues to run this problem is caused from a failed washer in the valve. These are usually easy to repair and cost less than a dollar for several sizes.

How do you fix a toilet shut off valve that won’t turn off?





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Quote from Youtube video: So the first thing to do take that Phillips head screwdriver. And what you're going to do is put it in the center screw.

How do you fix a toilet fill valve that keeps running?

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Quote from Youtube video: From happening is lower this float arm by turning the screw on top of the diaphragm fill valve clockwise. So turn it clockwise.

How do you adjust a toilet float valve?

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Quote from Youtube video: You can raise the fill valve to allow more water inside of your tank or you can lower it if you have too much water and you want to just lower the level line that's inside of your tank.

How much does it cost to replace a toilet shut off valve?

Valve replacement can run a homeowner between $50 and $150 or more depending on local rates and minimums.



Cost of Replacement Parts.

Part Price DIY Project Time
Fill Valve $8 – $30 1 – 2 hours
Shut Off Valve $5 – $35 1 – 2 hours
Bowl Flush Valve $20 – $30 ½ – 2 hours

How do you unstick a water valve?





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Quote from Youtube video: Use a pair of channellock pliers to slowly move the valve in the clockwise direction. At least a half turn then carefully move it back in the counterclockwise.

How do you replace a shut off valve without turning off the water?

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Quote from Youtube video: Clean cutter and just slip want to be sharkbite son. With the water and shut up. And shop back all the remaining water around the perimeter. And you're good to go.