Water Leaking From Toilet Tank Screws

How to fix a toilet leaking from the tank bolts step 1.

Water leaking from toilet tank screws.

Replace any faulty spacers bolts and washers between the tank and the bowl. In your toolbox should be a set of flexible pliers sufficiently broad for the screw beneath the toilet tank and then follow these steps to replace a fill valve. But for purposes of only fixing the tank bolts you only need new screws and a gasket. Use a towel or sponges to soak up the water remaining at the bottom of the tank.

You ll want the tank to be completely empty before you get to work. Alternate the tightening of the nuts to evenly draw the tank tight. Once your water has been turned off follow the steps below. Remove the tank bolt with a screwdriver and adjustable wrench.

If you re a newbie at this it s the metal valve right behind the bottom of the toilet bowl. Stop water from flowing to the toilet by cutting off the supply via the shutoff valve remove the lid and disconnect the water supply hose and unscrew the bolts lift up the damaged tank and dispose of it properly place the new tank in its place and install all the necessary hardware and. Shut off the water supply. If you aren t replacing the spud washer reinstall bolts and nuts with new gaskets.

Before i was able to determine that the toilet. This repair involves completely removing. Clean the bolt and nut with white vinegar and a small wire brush. Now take the tank and gently place it onto the bowl.

Remove all the necessary bolts washers and nuts from both the inside of the tank and below the bowl. Inspect the area and determine where the water is coming from.