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Is there anything more annoying than the sound of a toilet running long after it's been flushed? It's an auditory nuisance that can waste hundreds of gallons and make your water bills skyrocket. Some ...

A running toilet isn’t just annoying. It’s downright expensive. “It’s like leaving a faucet running,” says Jeff Mezzatesta, owner of Mr. Handyman of Franklin and Brentwood. “Most newer toilets use 1.2 ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Here's everything you need to know about fixing a running toilet. It's pretty simple to figure out if you ...

It usually starts with a steady trickle of water long after you've flushed. Hours later, it's still there, running in the background and inching up your water bill. For most homeowners, a running ...

If you've ever dealt with a leaky toilet and had no choice but to call a plumber, this woman on TikTok has shared an easy DIY hack you can use to fix your toilet on your own without ever having to pay ...

Dear James: My house has 2½ bathrooms and each of the toilets has problems such as inadequate flushing, noisy flushing and self-flushing. There are literally hundreds of replacements parts and repair ...

There are three likely culprits that can cause a toilet to run continuously — the float, flapper, or fill valve. Luckily, ...

For such an essential home fixture, there are many things that can go wrong with the "John." The toilet can get clogged, the ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things ...