my toilet doesnt seem to have the same pressure as it used to, i dont no how to make it flush right,, it doesnt all go down..what do i do? it takes like 3 flushes
2007-01-30 06:11:50 · 7 answers · asked by njshoregrrl25 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
After reading all the answers I'm surprised no one suggested using a plunger before calling a plumber or "snaking". I plunge my toilets once a month and NEVER have had to call a plumber.
And I don't think you need a new toilet unless this toilet has always required three flushes to properly flush. Finally, toilet water valve should always be in its most open position.
2007-01-30 07:25:41 · answer #1 · answered by auto.jerry 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it used to work, then it might simply have a partial clog. Having it snaked may clear it out. You might be tempted to use Draino, but this is unlikely to yield good results.
If it's all clear (and you may need to go down quite a ways), then it might be a mis adjusted flapper ball. Open the tank and flush. Watch how it works, if you're not familiar. A valve will open and the water in the tank will fall (based on gravity, unless you have a power or vacuum-assisted flush). At the same time, new water will come into the tank. At some point, the valve will close and the tank will re-fill with water until it's turned off (typically by a "float").
If the valve closes too quickly, this means that not enough water may be flooding the bowl. Or, if the tank doesn't fill enough, there might not be enough water. Adjusting, repairing, or fixing the flush apparatus can be a relatively inexpensive fix, if this is really the issue.
My money is on a clog. It's happened to me and it required the Roto Rooter man. Spend the $100-$150, since doing this yourself is going to require equipment costing almost that much.
2007-01-30 06:25:10 · answer #2 · answered by Jay 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There should be a valve that is next to your toilet that leads to the bottom of your tank. Turn the valve to the right and let in a LITTLE more water pressure. This should solve the problem. If not It could be you have one of those water saver tanks that only hold a small amount of water. The idea was to save water by flushing with less but usually ends up with people using more as they flush several times as opposed to the once for the old toilets one flush. If your toilet was doing okay before than this shouldn't apply to you.
2007-01-30 06:28:28 · answer #3 · answered by brian L 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is this a newer toilet. the new ones only use 1.5 gallons per flush. I think the old ones used 7 gallons then 3.5. This could be your problem. I have the same problem and i am going to by a toilet made by TOTO mfg. they are usually only found at plumbing supply houses. good luck.
2007-01-30 09:32:37 · answer #4 · answered by sammyjk1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest getting a good plunger to use when needed, until you can get a plumber to come in & check out the situation. You may have to have the commode replaced. Be careful not to overdo it when it comes to bathroom tissue, as that will add to your problems.
2007-01-30 06:21:25 · answer #5 · answered by Shortstuff13 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like there may be something stuck inside the toilet. you may need to call roto router..or rent a snake and do the job yourself for way way less. if that doesn't do the trick you may need a new toilet.
2007-01-30 06:20:56 · answer #6 · answered by pbear i 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
make sure your vents are clear. and check the cleanout and see if you see the water flowing after you flush.
2007-01-30 06:20:21 · answer #7 · answered by Mustng0021 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋