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Sometimes toilets act up. One common problem your trusty throne can develop is that it always runs. This constant flow of water is a noisy nuisance -- and it's also a money-waster that you'll end up ...

A running toilet isn’t just a nuisance; it’s a major waste of water. That constant hissing noise you're hearing means that excess water is leaking from the toilet tank into the bowl, and your utility ...

Toilet Leaks can come from cracks in the tank, too. In that case, the only reliable solution is a new toilet. There are really only two main toilet tank parts: The toilet flush valve, which lets water ...

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Is your toilet spraying disgusting, bacteria-infested water all over your bathroom whenever you flush? This could signal an expensive call to the plumber—or you could just grab some aluminum foil for ...

Before my daughter was born, just over three years ago, I bought a new toilet. I loved how pristine it was, and I hoped that the newness would keep it looking sparkling. But between a new baby and a ...

Q: Hello, there have been a lot of mushrooms near my toilet recently. They are the ones with a white stick and black top. The tiles around that area seem to be black in the corners. How do I approach ...