Fix for water leaking into toilet pan (push-button flush)

[@normacharles1363]

18/10/21 I live alone and water has been leaking into my toilet pan for sometime without my knowledge. I spoke to the only plumber who called me (they are all busy) and quoted £375 for a new toilet, as what you just showed was impossible to do! Thank you. I just want to turn the water off until a proper plumber returns my call, but you have really helped me! "I am a 77 year young female plumber to be!"

[@oadhran]

That's wholesome

[@chunkyfecalbreakfast]

I would recommend you never use the plumber who quoted £375. I guarantee your final price will be well above this due to the fact they are a con artist.

[@richarddamzen8473]

The part costs £7-£45 you can get a decent one that you will find in most toilets for £15 the job should take no more than an hour. I did mine which was in an awkward situ it took me little over 10 minutes. The only tool I used was an adjustable spanner you might need a screwdriver too.

[@stephencraig9208]

Totally love this . Good job plumber to be . This video has helped me to do it my self and save some money .

[@danl5592]

Just on tip you never mentioned, when you replace the flush valve you must look at the old one and take the name and number, you need to get exacty the same one to fit the other part of the fitting which is below the close coupled with. If you buy the wrong one you will have to take the world pan and the cistern apart to fit the flush valve. So when your correct flush valve arrives from eBay it's simple to turn into the bottom fitting. You will then have a spare bottom fitting which will come with the flow valve. Good luck

[@alisonbeck3209]

brilliant video so well explained. You’ve saved me a fortune as I thought I would have to get a plumber but I’ve been able to solve the issue myself with your help. Thank you.

[@anthonyhill9435]

Watched a few related videos but this one is by far the clearest explanation for this type of closed system. Thank you.

[@paulinewhatmore6957]

Watched this morning as we've had a problem all week and haven't been able to find a plumber. Brilliant, went to local B&Q for the parts and hubby and I replaced the part and have solved the problem Thank you!! Our confidence rating has shot up!

[@leeatkinson1582]

Thanks so much for this mate! Saved me getting a plumber out, so we're very grateful for the time you have taken to make this video.

[@TrudyWren-dq9wc]

Really helpful and clear video which has explained exactly how this flush system works.

[@roppa789]

Perfect video for my problem - toilet running continuously. Exactly as you highlighted, the flush valve wasn’t relocating correctly and despite cleaning it the problem continued. A visit to the plumbers merchant with the entire unit and a replacement slotted straight back in and the issue was resolved. Cost £18.32. Time taken to remove and refit 10 minutes. At the plumbers merchants remember to specify whether the toilet is push-button or lever operated as the mechanisms are not interchangeable. A big thumbs up for clear concise instructions, they certainly gave me the confidence to have a go.

[@lyndsay4008]

3 minutes in and I am very impressed with the efficiency, clear explanations and overall informative approach. I wish he could explain/teach all the videos.

[@lechenaultia5863]

.......and the pristine cistern! My toilet cistern is somewhat older!

[@MaryValencia-t9k]

Great help! Excellent, thank you!

[@sammyt9400]

Thank you so much for this. With hubby at work, I felt completely helpless until I found this video. Issue resolved, at least temporarily, and now I know what to do if it happens again. It would be even more helpful to include how to find, recognise and turn off the isolation valve. Thanks again 🙂

[@luzmarinahershman6111]

my hubby is always at home, but just a lazy xxxxxx as they came 😂😂😂😂

[@nicolacarr8596]

Huge thanks for this, had no clue how to fix it but you explained it and showed it so clearly it’s done the job 👍🏼

[@andreajenkins7916]

Thank you so much for this ... after an hour trying to close the ancient cock stop in the kitchen and 30 mins persuading the top half of the flush valve to come free, I replaced it with the new part and hey presto! I have a properly flushing loo again and no continuous waterfall into the pan! One very happy old woman here. xx

[@YourHighnessSimba]

This really helps. Thank you for posting this video. In my case, only the button was broken. Managed to find a replacement. But this video helped me to understand what exactly is required to fix. The tutorial helped me to understand when exactly a valve replacement is required. Instead of buying the whole valve, i fixed the issue only with the flush button. Flush button are available for sale in most hardware stores. Take care

[@georgegaskell8379]

Certainly worlds more intelligible and professional compared with the first few videos as lined up by KZbin. Very effective instruction. Thank you.

[@markshepherd251]

Thanks for the info , this is exactly what I needed to know , brilliant :)

[@remaharman2598]

It's very easy my friend to say replace this or buy another one of these but unfortunately there are literally hundreds of variations and brands and if you do not have a brand name and number you have little chance of finding parts so I always recommend installing a branded unit and they all tend to last ten to fifteen years at that point you may be still able to pick up the replacements you refer to good luck people

[@alanrees2911]

A good video. Just like our toilet. They do seem to vary somewhat. I'm confident now to sort our dribbling loo. Thanks.

[@johncrook45]

Great video , easy to understand , well explained and most importantly helped me solve my own issue in just a few short minutes . Thanks

[@Slouthvr]

Genius, I didn't realise it just clipped out and thought the whole thing would need removing and sealing. Saved me a plumber, thank you.

[@WebbyWunda]

Definitely the best of these toilet cistern water leak videos, by far! I now feel certain we can fix our troublesome tank that's topping itself up every 10-15 mins. Thanks very much!

[@Artexic]

Thanks for the feedback, it's really appreciated. I hope your fix hours as well as you're hoping!

[@leonlouiswalker]

🔥🔥✨💯✨🔥🔥 I FIXED IT WITH THIS TUTORIAL 😅 THANK YOU! 🚽🚽🚽

[@moffatk7948]

Toilet Cistern, have become so complicated. What happened to the older easier to work with and replace worn toilet seals. These new ones are so complicated, its like rocket science. In future I bet, one will need to replace the whole valve when the seals are leaking.

[@tanyawilliams4978]

Now i have found out how to see what the problem is. I have water leaking from the fill valve. Now i have to work out how to fix it as i can't take off the clips where the washer goes.

[@kamwenggoh8198]

Good video overall. I have not see the fill valve structure opened up before. Usually, I end up replacement the entire thing. Good to know there are options. Thank you.

[@mikewinter8719]

Thank you, thank you, thank you. I’m a very handy man but always busy with work and I had been putting off fixing our leaky toilet for months but it has been ANNOYING me sooo much. Eventually today I found some time but have never had to repair something like this before, your video was spot on and I diagnosed the issue in seconds, cleaned away the limescale and bloo cleaner scum, hey presto, leak sorted and it didn’t cost me a penny. 👍

[@atitnac598]

Very helpful - sorted out 5 minutes after watching this....Thank you...(Al).

[@HInc7647]

Thanks ! Great explanation for someone who has absolutely no clue what to do! Ordered a new outlet part as still a very slight trickle after cleaning it 👍

[@gedd4011]

Hi, thanks for the informative video. Works a charm. One extra hint that I used was to turn the supply off and leave overnight. The cystern emptied so I knew it was the washer at the base of the flush unit and not the supply washer. Thanks again.

[@Norton1531]

Exactly what I did. £2.95, and only a couple of minutes to fix. I wonder what a plumber would've charged me!!

[@stephenwynne8274]

Thank you gives me the confidence to investigate my same issue during lockdown.

[@braveatheart]

Thank you so much! Saved me a couple hundred dollars! It seems fixed. Really appreciate the clear tutorial.

[@Fifury161]

Sadly there doesn't seem an easy way to find replacement rubber washers, so it's a whole new fill valve. Thankfully they are under £10!

[@jog5337]

Absolutely brilliant. I’ve just fixed our cistern thanks to this 👍🏻😉

[@JeetCoinDo]

Hi, when I flush the loo water keeps flowing non-stop. When I lift the float the water will stop running until next time I flush the toilet again. What could be the issue ?

[@jheneelaakesha8333]

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[@Bikervation]

Thanks for taking the trouble to film, edit and post, just what I have been looking for.

[@nicolascott51]

This is super helpful, crystal clear explanation and I can confidently now resolve it! Thank you

[@PieroVitelli]

Thanks so much for this! I'm going to have a go at fixing my leaking cistern now, and in a few hours time I'll either be screaming (because of my incompetence - not your clear explanation) or it'll be wine o'clock.....

[@muhiturrahman454]

Very articulate in explaining everything! Clear and concise. Amazing 👏

[@Esoterik87]

Thank you. My problem turned out to be a dirty seal by the inlet. Cleaned it out and the problem is gone!

[@erikaketzer3470]

Thank you so much! I have the identical system and your video helped immensely in sorting the problem!

[@deepalakshmi5890]

Saved me I live alone too .. and I was surprised I can fix things 😀 thanks to you 🙏🏻

[@robertbyrne5617]

Hi what is the make of the one you have as its the same as mine I have reversed the seal and it seems to have worked thank you. I would like to buy the seal but the amount of makes is ridiculous.

[@davidjblake8945]

Pretty much the same issue I have... the chances of finding the exact same replacement part(s) for a 15+ year-old cistern are practically zero. I would love to try replacing the washer(s) on the inlet valve mechanism - I have diagnosed that is the issue, from testing - but apart from now knowing how to remove the inlet valve for easier access (even though the video fast-forwarded through that part, I got the idea!) I still have no idea how to dismantle MY particular valve assembly to get at the suspected faulty washer(s)?!! Still, at least I learned something...

[@Artexic]

Hi Robert, the new one I installed in this video is by Viva, and was bought from Screwfix. Part number 940HR. Viva Bottom-Entry Skylo Fill Valve 15mm. I'm not aware of any vendor selling the seals alone, which seems terrible for the environment

[@yoyo878]

Thank you! This is very well explained and I managed to do it myself in 15 mins thanks to you!

[@tjmcbryan]

Thank you so much! This gave me the confidence to pull it all apart and find the fault,m and solve the problem! Very well explained and clear

[@Artexic]

No problem at all Tim. Your comment made me smile, as confidence is the key from videos like this. I always know some people will have different issues, so if I can explain things in a way that gives confidence, then I've hopefully helped. Thanks for your comment, and I'm delighted to hear it helped you solved your issue.

[@dwaynegreen5556]

@@Artexic how do I stop the water from running into the overflow? My toilet kind a different from yours

[@Artexic]

@@dwaynegreen5556 Hi Dwayne, even if it looks different you'll still have an inlet and outlet like I showed so should still have the same potential scenarios. If the overflow pipe is in use it is probably the float positioning or the seal in your inlet. If you identify the inlet you should be able to follow similar checks on your unit All the best

[@frednazareth4218]

An excellent video on fixing three main leaks in a dual flush toilet cistern. Very well explained. Thank you very much!

[@leedorney]

This was the 2nd I watched - this is the most simple yet comprehensive !

[@yogendrasa]

#ThankYouSoMuch😁 You don't know I was facing this problm from last 5 months but after seeing video of you I took only 5 min. in remove this problem 😁

[@johnhunt6095]

Thank you for fully explaining this flushing mechanism. Very professional presentation.

[@MyCold1]

Life saver, watched this at midnight after constant filling, so removed flush and cleaned seal as explained and it worked.....very helpful and well explained, thanks.

[@robinanyadiegwu96]

Very useful video. I was just about to lose all hopes when I bumped into this video. Thank you Artexic

[@bernardtate548]

good video before i try mine a quick question mine has a slow trickle and it stops when i give a small push on the button

[@havcxxx]

Well done!! Here I am 8pm at my folks place fixing toilet with running water issue with help of your detailed video! Figured out the problem- stuck flush valve! Your video saved me a ton of time diagnosing and adjusting. Bravo!!

[@HollyBlount-t3o]

This morningI knew nothing about the inner workings of toilets, your video has done a fantastic job of educating me and I was able to change out the fill valve by myself. You have saved me from needing to find a plumber and increased my DIY confidence. Thank you:)

[@valderja]

I've got a drippy toilet with push button on the top and isolated it today to find that when I came back in and turned the isolator tap back on, water rushed in to refill the cistern which must have been partially drained. Not opened up yet but I'm assuming this means the flush/release valve is leaking? Thanks for a really good, in depth trouble shooting video.

[@donnanmeade6717]

Excellent video, thank you sooooooo much.....concise and to the point, outstanding.

[@paulclarke2321]

Thanks for great video, best of its kind on KZbin. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and for your excellent clear detail of diagnosis and replacement. Managed to fit a new £12 fill valve thanks to your super guidance. Problem solved, water saved, plumber visit avoided. Cheers!

[@simonmealing2599]

I think there’s a reason your video came up first! Perfectly explained. Slightly strange, but there was no outer washer on the fill valve on ours. I cleaned the inner one up and it works fine again. Thank you for your valuable information 🙏

[@Hermski]

Fantastic video, one of the best I've seen. I have the exact same system, so do you have a link for a recommended replacement?

[@nodsasgood]

Great video - thanks - my issue was the flush valve mechanism being calced-up and I didn't know how to get the b'stard thing out. After the obligatory forehead slap for how simple it actually was I've soaked the whole unit in descaler, replaced and it now works like new.

[@glennmcgrath971]

My toilet has long float arm. After watching video i undid flush valve a found what looks like plumbers tape stuck under flush valve. Also turned over inlet washer. I think i know what caused the problem. Correct me if i am wrong, but i filled up bucket under overflow and tipped in toilet bowl which i think caused problem. Thank you even though our toilets are totally different apert from cleanliness. Thanks from Australia. Now time for the best Stout in the world Coopers .from Australia.

[@rachaela8317]

Super helpful video, thanks so much! I’ve had a leaky toilet with an inlet valve that tip taps and has driven me bonkers. I’ve changed the flush seal but still have a dribble into the bowl so I’m off to fix the inlet valve, and feel more confident about doing so. Excellent video! 🎉

[@marypb6913]

Thank you. This was very helpful. The components in my cistern are also covered in limescale. Do you think by adding limescale remover/vingar, I might danger the seals?

[@chocolate_squiggle]

Doh! I've just moved into a place temporarily which has water flowing into the overflow tube - but the plumbing is all enclosed behind the cistern somehow. Would be happy to replace the filling valve, if only I could find how to get to it. I hate these stupid 'modern' properties with aesthetics more than practicality in mind. Great video nonetheless.

[@ericgraham7026]

Hi, I have two syphon cisterns (both with restricted access) and they trickle water into the pan if the button isn’t held down until the flush is complete. I’m assuming some moving part isn’t getting the pressure differential encouragement it needs on releasing the button normally. Can you please advise?

[@davidboyd374]

brilliant thanks. I had a leaking drain valve. took it out. cleaning with muriatic acid. about 5 minutes. very very hard water in Asia build up of minerals. now should be ok thanks 👍👍👍

[@Capn_Pugwash]

Great video, explains the potential problems very well. My problem is that the flush valve doesn't seal properly. Where you shook it and the valve dropped - that just doesn't happen with mine so water leaks into the pan as fast as it comes into the cistern. Now I know how to fix it myself. Many thanks. I wonder how much your video will save me!

[@flibbertywidget4800]

Hi, I have this type of unit but the issue is that the button doesn't always release so the toilet keeps running. I have bought a new unit to just replace the removable unit (I don't need to replace the rest of it) but the old one doesn't seem to release! I can twist it as you show but can't seem to pull it apart from the base. Any ideas or just use a bit more force?! (existing and new units are both Fluidmaster brand). TIA

[@Existentialist946]

I have a push button toilet and have a leaky loo. Plumber just been around to fix it and replaced the seal ring thing. But it's still leaking and by exactly the same amount. He did say it might take a few weeks to stop completely. But surely there should have been some immediate reduction?

[@ashishparmar4592]

Very clear explanation. Took me only 5 minutes to fix my flush problem after watching your video. Thank you !

[@poofax55]

Good video thanks I can't get the flush valve out even though I'm putting a lot pressure but doesn't unclip tried as you said left and right. Also the overflow moves when trying to get it out. Any ideas please. Thanks

[@GTJAMS]

Hi, Any tips on why our toilet flushes but only intermittently? Vague, I know, but even pushing the release button under the flush seems to work sometimes. Any help appreciated

[@davidrichardson9732]

Evey now again we get the constant trickle after a flush, changed the washer on the flush valve (even though it all looked ok) , still proceeded to do it every now and again . Called out the landlord who is a plumber! And he changed the flush valve and still occasionally it does it . So is it a faulty part or something else please?

[@MrDaiseymay]

EXCELLENT PRESENTATION, both my toilets have been problamatic in recent months. Trouble is, whenever I look for help on YT , NONE of the vids, have ever shown the same inner's, that my two have. INCREDIBLE--just how many models are there, to do such a simple job ? There is some hope here though, one toilet's Cistern has a slight but continuos run of water, AFTER, it has refilled the cistern, but somehow, it never goes over a certain level mark, that i have put on the inside wall. Another mystery, is that the overflow, which is just a straight upright plastic pipe; has a black plastic cap on it . HOW, would a full overflow of water, escape down the pipe, and avoid a flooding ? unless, as shown here, the water is running down the toilet pan, back wall,? I shall test and report back.

[@Phil_f8andbethere]

Daft question - just fitted a new siphon flush valve which has an internal overflow system. If the inlet valve was to not shut off and keep on filling up the cistern, the excess water runs into the toilet bowl. My question is: will the toilet bowl fill up and then flood the bathroom?

[@souravswagat]

Hi , I have the exact same unit as in your video however , I am struggling to remove the canister from the grove :( . Any tips you can provide would be greatly appreciated

[@nicks40]

Any suggestions as to why my cistern works perfectly for two or three flushes, and then on the next flush continues to run, but the 'overrrun' usually stops if I take off the cistern lid and tug on the remote cable thing?

[@jamesrobertson6598]

I think there’s another problem which my cistern is having. The push button is not springing back up thus keeping the flush valve open. Any suggestions?

[@JamesBrown-py5hn]

I have had the flush valve replaced by a plumber. Water is not overflowing but I still have a leak into the pan. Any suggestions?

[@ambydaly5713]

If you have a vanity unit combined with a sink unit plus back to wall toilet it is not a simple fix. Also let water flush any debris while the top of the arm is off. My new unit has this problem and because the cistern only has a small access opening will have to cut and enlarge to gain more access to service it.

[@mysticker2u]

It is very hard to find replacements for fill valve washer...Just get a complete set for about USD 4 in my country

[@sammy2888]

I was a bit confuse of how to fix the inlet valve , but after watching you clear video ,i am confident that i can fix it with no fuss thanks friend , by way do they have the valve rubber spare in the market , your help please ,,

[@mikebeatty7348]

Very helpful… how do you find a replacement fill value that’s suitable for your toilet?

[@arikhoque3253]

How did you adjust the inlet valve up and down? I’ve tried but it’s seems stuck. Is there any clip or anything?

[@bogsdolics]

Hi Great video , If you turn off the water and it still flows in pan does that mean it's the flush value that's the problem, keep up the great work G.

[@alfzai.recond]

What will happen if the WASHER in the fill valve is not in a good condition? I appreciate If anyone could reply me.

[@sineadbradley240]

Hi im a single mother of 4 and your video has helped me loads but I can't get the first thing out to check the seel it just turns a little but doesn't come out but it brings it back down so the flush goes back to normal if that makes sense can you help me please

[@DS-nz3ic]

The video should have shown where to turn off the water. As people who already know how to rectify this issue would not need a video. Before I can follow this instruction turning off the water would be key. I have no idea how to turn off the water.

[@tonystacey3347]

Really straight forward vid with clear explanation of what’s going on - 👍🏻

[@ArcanePath360]

Very comprehensive thanks, I have both issues and have had since not long after these were purchased new when I moved in. These designs are made to not last long. My mum has an old house and after 50 years her ball valve system is still working as it should. It's just covered in cobwebs. I wish they still made them like this. It's just a little old fashioned having the feed going in for the side at the top, but they last forever. These plastic valves need working on every few years

[@ellevee9523]

I have exactly the same flush valve as in this vid Have you got a link for the correct new seal kit please? Thanks.

[@mikesaccount2463]

great video. very clearly explained what the issues might be. I now feel confident enough to tackle this myself.

[@ashvinpatel2760]

can you let me know what make is flush valve, i got problem fining replacement is exactly same one. Thanks

[@TomWinkler-mz9yp]

If the bottom part is constantly not going down all the way is there any way of fixing it so it will go up and down smooth again? I checked the O ring and there isn’t any sort or debris inside

[@andyw3152]

My setup looks different to this, we supposedly have the better version without the cables, but you cannot seem to get inside to have a look.

[@dekew5024]

Great video although no chance of getting the seal out on the valve due to the clips holding the plate in. Tried a screwdriver to open them but all need to open all of them to take the top plate off to replace the seal which is impossible.

[@luzmarinahershman6111]

Million Thanks! not sure of your name, but wonderful clear explanation with the fact that problem could be cause by 1 out of 3 possibilities, watch another videos that were rubbish and made believe problem would only be the main pump washer, which did not solve my problem. not 100% sure, but I might have managed to avoid calling/paying a plumber. God Bless you 🙏🙏🙏and everyone that help us doing it from their heart ❤ 🙏🙏🙏

[@m1geo]

Really helpful! Thanks a lot! Off to Wickes I go! 😁

[@QueenOfTheANTS]

Don't know what I've done, but because of this tutorial, all of a sudden, the flush got fixed. There must be something preventing the out valve completely closing, but whatever, due to your tutorial we've saved from being charged too much by that little obnoxious letting agent for wear and tear. Thanks!

[@davebaldwin340]

R u free to fix ours ⁰doing exactly the same dripping all the time back into the toilet making the saniflo to keep going off it's a nightmare

[@craigmaguire6168]

What type of flush valve outlet is this mines the same it does say fluidmaster but can't find this model anywhere, can u help please ,,

[@SuperNickbb]

Great video. However the isolator valve is nowhere to be seen in my toilet, so can I just turn the stopcock in the house off instead?