Fix A Leak Week: Tuesday's Tip, Toilets

The following is a press release from Nancy Fyler, Water Conservation at the in Canton:

A common reason why toilets will leak is an old or worn out toilet flapper sometimes called a "valve seal." Flappers are inexpensive rubber parts that can build up minerals or decay over time. Replacing them can be a quick and easy fix for your water woes.

To fix this leak, consult your local hardware store, home improvement retailer, or licensed plumber. Here are some online resources from WaterSense partners:

• Spartanburg Water has a useful video tutorial on detecting leaky toilets .
• The Regional Water Providers Consortium has a step-by-step video on how to fix a leaky toilet.

Tip: Bring the old flapper to the hardware store for comparison to make sure you buy a new flapper that fits your toilet model. You can also check the owner's manual, if you have it, or the manufacturer's Web site for the appropriate replacement part number for the flapper.