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This can happen quickly or gradually as the ring fails over time.\r\rTo repair this kind of leak, turn off the water at the shutoff valve under your sink. Remove the tank lid and lift out the old, worn rubber gasket. Clean all remnants of the old ring from the flange and valve seat. If necessary use a utility knife to scrape out deposits so they won't interfere with the seating of the new ring.\r\rIf you can't find the exact match, take an old ring to the hardware store with you and get a close match or just purchase a generic replacement. You don't need any special tools or connectors for the rubber ring but if your valve flange is corroded in place, you may need to remove the old valve with a screwdriver before installing a new one. \r\rThe process of fixing plumbing problems by yourself will demand time and patience. Plumbing problems should be fixed by a professional.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"Why is my toilet leaking from underneath?","text":"If the leak seems to have started suddenly, it could be that the gasket has come loose and is leaking. It may also be that the flange (the metal or plastic part on which the toilet bowl sits) is cracked or corroded, allowing water beneath your toilet. Another possibility is that the wax ring, the soft washer that closes off the bottom of your toilet and provides sealing for the drainpipe, has failed. When the toilet is flushed, the water rises above the level of the ring and leaks around the base of the pipe.\r\rIf you suspect a leak at or near your toilet's flange, or your water flow is extremely low, turn off the supply and remove the toilet tank lid (either from under your sink or behind your toilet) to expose the valve assembly. If you see signs that liquid has seeped beneath your toilet, replace any worn washers or deteriorated flanges before reassembling things -- and call in a plumber if you're not sure what to do.\r\rAnother toilet leaking issue can be due to tee bolts (t bolts), issue at the base of your toilet (base of the toilet do have unnoticeable toilet leaks), problem in the water supply line or water supply tube, the issue with the bolts (tee bolts and others), and more. Common problems can be with the water valve, drain flange, caps, drain the opening, tank, and more.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"How do you fix a toilet that is leaking at the base?","text":"You'll need proper tools first. Keep a garbage bag, paper towels and terry cloth (microfibre towels) handy. Have putty knife, tee bolts, and other common toilet parts ready. \r\rDisconnect the water supply. Empty the toilet tank. Remember this'll be a plumbing repairs fixture job.\r\rIf your water bills are high, perhaps more than having regular long showers, the problem can be with the tee bolts causing leaking toilet. Depending upon where the leak is coming from, there are various ways to fix a toilet and stop the leak. If you have running water in your bowl and it runs constantly, or if your toilet overflows after each flush, you will need to replace those parts of your toilet.\r\rIf the leak is coming from beneath the toilet tank or near your toilet base, and water is leaking out on both sides of the base you probably have a ring issue. This can result when people try to \"fix\" their leaky toilets by themselves because they do not know how to replace a wax ring correctly. Wax rings may go bad over time and they can become damaged rather easily as well. \r\rTo ensure toilet leak at the base of your toilet is fixed, reconnect the water supply line and flush the toilet. When you flush the toilet, if there's no sign of water on the floor, then the base of the toilet is resolved. If not, then you'll need a plumber for sure. \r\rNext, check the tee bolts that fasten the toilet to the floor. If the bolts are causing problems, you'll notice water on the floor. The floor must be dry even after flushing. If not, then first dry the floor with the towel. Once the floor is dry and the bolts have been replaced, we need to check if the bolts are working fine. Ensure bolts are not damaged. Also ensure that bolts are not rusty. ","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"What is a wax ring on my toilet?","text":"The wax ring is a type of sealant ring that sits at the bottom of the toilet and provides a sealing for the drain pipe. They work by trapping a small amount of water in the space between it and the toilet. The trapped water creates enough pressure to keep the seal intact and prevent leaks from occurring.\r\rIf your toilet is leaking around the base, you likely need to replace or \"re-bed\" your wax ring correctly. Replacing a wax ring is something that anyone can do at home, but there are some things you should know about this repair project first. \r\rThe wax ring can go bad over time, but it can also become damaged rather easily as well. It is common for plumbers to see leaky wax rings on toilets in older homes.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"How to replace the seal on the toilet outlet pipe","text":"The sealing consists of two parts: one inside the drainpipe (where it meets up with your toilet) and one outside the drainpipe (where it meets up with the sewer). \r\rThe outside piece is the one that is most likely to leak. The toilet sealing leaks because, over time, minerals in the liquid will build up on the inside of this piece giving it a \"whitish\" colour. 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Other examples include joining ABS or PVC piping using solvent cement and joining polybutylene piping using an insert or a polybutylene flange.\r\rA puddle flange is an assembly comprising two pipe flanges held together with bolts and gaskets in order to make a watertight connection with no welding. \r\rThe \"puddle\" part refers to the solder used when they were first created to put them together. This is an old method now replaced with solvent welding, which can be done on-site without having to install special equipment (and replace previously installed pipe) and a lot of plumbers tape or waiting for it to dry. \r\rNow, most are made of plastic, but PVC and polybutylene are still the most common material used today.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"Is a puddle flange necessary? ","text":"A puddle flange is not absolutely necessary in most cases, especially in a bathroom. 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Puddle flanges are generally found in copper, ABS, or PVC piping system, particularly where new construction is involved. \r\rThey usually consist of two large aluminium or brass end caps with an O ring gasket separating them; between these two caps (which fit over either side of the joining pipe) bolts pass through holes and provide pressure against the O rings. \r\rThe two parts of the joint are held in compression against each other by these bolts, even when empty or pressurised with water.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"What are the benefits of using puddle flanges?","text":"The main advantage is that it provides a very effective seal that can be more easily monitored for leaks during testing. 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