How to Detect Toilet Leaks
Remove the tank lid of the toilet. , Flush your toilet as usual., Drop about 4 to 5 food coloring drops in the toilet tank.,Replace the toilet lid and wait 20 to 30 minutes., Survey the toilet bowl., Repeat the process with all toilets in the house...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Remove the tank lid of the toilet.
Wait for the water to rise again to the designated water line of the tank and the toilet to fully complete a flush. , You may want to use a dark color such as blue or red instead of yellow. ,, If the water is clear, there is no leak.
If the water has changed color, there is a leak present. , This is very important to see if the issue is coming from one specific toilet or happening in multiple ones. -
Step 2: Flush your toilet as usual.
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Step 3: Drop about 4 to 5 food coloring drops in the toilet tank.
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Step 4: Replace the toilet lid and wait 20 to 30 minutes.
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Step 5: Survey the toilet bowl.
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Step 6: Repeat the process with all toilets in the house
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Step 7: if applicable.
Detailed Guide
Wait for the water to rise again to the designated water line of the tank and the toilet to fully complete a flush. , You may want to use a dark color such as blue or red instead of yellow. ,, If the water is clear, there is no leak.
If the water has changed color, there is a leak present. , This is very important to see if the issue is coming from one specific toilet or happening in multiple ones.
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