Symptom guide
Toilet That Keeps Refilling
One of the most common and most avoidable water losses in a home.
A toilet that refills on its own is passing water through the fill or flapper valve. A single running toilet can waste hundreds of litres a day.
What to check yourself
- Add dye to the tank and watch the bowl
- Listen after the flush cycle ends
- Check the flapper and fill valve arms
Likely causes
- A worn flapper or fill valve
- A misadjusted float
- A cracked flush valve seat
What the investigation does
- Fix plumbing first, then re-check the meter
- If loss persists, investigate the rest of the system
- Review other fixtures while on site
Methods often used
Quick answers
What should I do first about this?
Fix plumbing first, then re-check the meter
Can this be fixed without opening everything?
In most cases the investigation narrows the target before any finish is opened. Small access points are sometimes needed to confirm a finding, and that is discussed before anything is opened.
How do I arrange an investigation?
Call 604-239-9934 or email [email protected] with the symptom and when it appears. You will get a reply within one business day with a fixed quote.
Call 604-239-9934 or email [email protected]