How To Fix The #1 Hidden Toilet LEAK! DIY

[@kaaaah2003]

Again good one for DIY. Plumber will charge $150. Thanks buddy.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you 🙏🏽!

[@kaaaah2003]

@@FixThisHouse Bro. the first nut will not damage porcelain? I have 12 years old home and I will change all of them as a precautionary measure. It's cheap and doable.

[@MoneyManHolmes]

If the people you live with push back on the tank when taking care of business, the extra nut is a requirement! Without it, the bolt head will just tear through the gasket in no time.

[@kaaaah2003]

@@MoneyManHolmes Thanks

[@johnintranuovo5106]

350

[@kelleyalley3539]

Thank goodness i found your channel! My late husband was a plumber, electrician, carpenter, mechanic, welder, etc. He fixed everything. But when my toilet started leaking, i decided i could find out how to fix it. Thats when i found your channel. Im disabled but my adult daughter and i watched your video on how to fix a leaky toilet. Daughter got it done in no time. You explained each step to take. Clear and precise. We cannot thank you enough sir. We're loyal followers of yours now. Thanks again! 😊

[@AlcoOneNote]

This is a good video presentation about how to deal with a common toilet leak. If you are ever planning on installing a new toilet or you need to otherwise replace a toilet, consider buying a toilet version that is one piece with the tank and bowl made as a single unit. These are available from American Standard and others. This type eliminates any chance of leaks between the tank and the bowl.

[@purpledancerbmw5279]

Thanks, I like that!

[@Ocalaman]

They are VERY heavy and awkward to handle.

[@drury2d8]

@@Ocalaman get a dolly and blanket

[@ontheotherhand7627]

@@Ocalaman Good point. A lot of us don't have the upperbody strength to handle that.

[@hoppy01003]

Excellent video. I watched about 25 videos before replacing all the parts inside the tank, and none of them, including this one told me the following! You need to come back about 10 days after install and re-tighten the two retaining nuts. The weight of all the water in the tank will compress the main seal (donut sized seal) below the tank and the tank will become wobbly.

[@notarivsanonymvs2561]

Awesome! Thank you for taking the time to share this DIY fix. It helped me fix my leak! My local plumbing companies quoted me a flat rate between $125-$150 I saved $134 after purchasing the kit and installing it myself. Once again thank you for sharing!

[@FixThisHouse]

I’m glad, I could be of help and I’m always happy to hear you saved alot of money! 🙏🏽😊

[@pbsnyderman]

this was GREAT, thank you. i did the replacement with a new kit. there seems to be a very very small drip from the tank bolts. maybe three drops a day. should i just let it go or try to re-tighten? i’m afraid to crack the porcelain by tightening more. again, thank you.

[@phoenixeagle462]

I definitely admire the step by step process in this video presentation on how to fix just about any household problems like these. Thank you!

[@KatieeJ77]

THANK YOU!!! The step at 5:51 is what I was missing as what I had taken off didn't have the washer/nut placed there. Couldn't figure out why there was still a leak after following the instructions from the company I purchased it from. I appreciate this video.

[@CarlosRuiz-ue9rb]

I love how at 5:51 he says " make sure you just hand tighten it. be very very careful, porcelain is very fragile" as he is tightening it down with a half inch socket wrench.

[@brianm7109]

I think I'm actually currently having a leak from overtightening one of those bolts with a ratchet wrench. Heard the porcelain crack but was just in denial and hoped it was nothing important

[@taliah5451]

He said don’t do it if your porcelain is weak and truthfully at that point a new toilet is needed. My guess is two things 1) his porcelain is strong 😂 or 2) he’s been doing this so long he knows how to use the tools w/o damaging the porcelain. Ijs

[@tanodrea]

Hand tightening can refer to using a hand tool rather than a power tool

[@58russ]

And he was gripping more toward the socket end vs using the leverage of the handle end.

[@Albert-bk1jz]

Hand tight…grab your rachet with your hand closer to the head than to the end of the handle and use your wrist strength to tight it.

[@sandibennett7305]

Thank you for an incredibly helpful tutorial. I was able to replace all of the nuts, bolts, gaskets and wax ring on my own.. first time ever! Saved me from using a plumber. Saved me a lot money, but mostly very satisfied knowing I was able to do without paying someone to do. Thank you!

[@theresedillon6717]

Yes! And now you will always know how to do this repair. And you might have confidence to try other stuff, too.

[@cavalier5727]

Excellent, DIY, this clip just gave me a clearer picture of what to do with a nasty water leak that I just discovered below our toilet tank! Thank You ! God bless.

[@FixThisHouse]

I’m glad I could be of help! 🙏🏽😊

[@mattski1979]

I don't wanna seem, you know, pushy, but you have a drastically relaxing voice. You should definitely make more videos. It's just plain old fashioned calm as hell and that's important to me for some bizarre reason. Thank you for this video. You're awesome.

[@vinor3846]

Thank you so much. You have shown a professional clean way of fastening the bolts/nuts to the tank!! Awesome.

[@briandanger8165]

Spent today trying to mitigate this and came across this video. I've ordered the kit! Thank you! You've saved me from having to deal with plumber expenses and my strata!

[@thomasfillmore5799]

always a good idea to pay a bit more and use brass or SS hardware. bolts will eventually rust through and wreak havac.

[@gurpreetkainth6842]

Very nicely explained the whole process. Thanks for the video. What if the bolts are not properly tighten... could this also be a reason of leak?

[@LoveandData]

I ended up replacing the big gasket, long screws, etc. You explained and showed everything so it was super simple for a novice (ME) to follow. Thank you so much!

[@NICK20ty]

Thank you so much for this video I had this same problem today. I did what you said in the video and got the new rubber from home depot and put it on and no leaks. Thank you for this you are a blessing. God bless you and your family 🙏👍💪

[@markg1121]

VERY helpful video, saved my $300!!! The ONE and only caveat, when you put the gasket in, make sure you get it seated properly on the tank top... there was an adapter on mine that I initially did not see (didn't take the intake line off, should have so I could get a better view of everything) and I didn't get the gasket seated completely before I put it back together... found a leak almost immediately and watched your video again to make sure I had everything in the correct sequence... simply a USER ERROR, and second try was the trick. THANK YOU for this video!!

[@Loverboy_Bernice1977]

Having the same issue right now with our toilet tank. Thanks Bro. God bless you. 🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@CarlosGarcia-ls4hn]

I considered installing mine following method 1, but I thought that the nut underneath the tank would interfere with the sitting of the tank over the bowl. Is that a manufacturer recommended way to do it, and does the tank or bowl have a recessed area to accommodate the nuts?

[@luke928]

No nonsense, straight to it, properly explained. Well done and thank you

[@MindfulMusic]

Yours originally had a washer then a rubber gasket inside the bowl. Toward the end, you didn't use this same setup. Why is that?

[@SilatShooter]

Thank you! Followed this and fixed it myself. Longest and hardest part was cleaning the tank and holes around the base. The rest was pretty straight forward. Saved me a nice chunk of $$$. Plumbers in my area don't come out for less than $200. Greatly appreciate the step by step and options.

[@Skyebooo]

Great video. Now, I know what to do! Hey, why add a gasket underneath the bowl nut? I would think the gasket in the tank is enough or place the gaskets between the outer and inner sides of the tank. Please let me know 'cause I'm about to rip my bowl apart.

[@mattski1979]

Your videos are awesome. I had a question about whatever gasket is present for the supply line. Is that ever the culprit for a leak? I've never really done anything other than pulling old toilets or attaching the new ones. Thank you in advance for your answer and thank you for posting them. You're very good at explaining things. I appreciate it.

[@mattski1979]

And I apologize for being dense about measurements but how would I find if it's a 2" or 3" tank gasket? Thank you again for any answers.

[@jamesdean5677]

Is this kit universal for all toilet bolts? Thanks.

[@danuellewalker8587]

Thank you so much!!!!!! I'm headed to my mother's today to replace her tank bolts and gaskets

[@OUrNit03]

Man you are God sent! Simple video straight to the point. Exactly my current issue, thanks my brotha

[@ouramazon1294]

Wouldn't gob of silicone seal around screws inside tank be easier and cheaper?

[@NicholeCampbell_.]

Plumbers putty. It's the best!!!

[@ellobitogallero521]

I was thinking the same.

[@skeeterburke]

I use a turkey baster for most stuff, makes a decent cheap syringe. It's not airtight but if you can transfer the liquid fast enough, it works great

[@brockbuss]

Thank you! Found that one of the tank bolts had rusted completely and no longer holding the tank to the bowl securely! I think I will also follow the advice of another commentor and tighten the tank bolts in another day or so.

[@manuelmarquez2231]

Thanks my friend! I kept trying and trying to fixt the tank and it kept leaking, until I watched your video and followed your advice. Thank you!!

[@FixThisHouse]

I’m glad I could be of help! 👍🏽😊🙏🏽

[@MyMomo17]

You're very good at demonstration and explanation.❤

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much for love and support 🙏🏽😊

[@MasterJediDude]

I have a Briggs toilet and I used the same seal that you have in the video. However, my tank was very wobbly after install (no water inside it yet). My bolts are good and tight. I’m afraid that the universal seal isn’t what I should be using. Should I try and track down an official Briggs seal?

[@enzomoya1689]

Great explanation, however I have a problem. We have a built in shelf that goes across from the sink over the toilet. I can remove the tank lid but I don't think I can get my arm in the tank to remove the bolts 😢

[@eulaliorodriguez5325]

Thank you for sharing this video. This video is helpful.

[@mjkobylski]

Great work on this video. Simple to follow and your explanations are great too.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! 🙏🏽😊

[@rachelshaferly5524]

Exactly my problem right now, thank you for showing me how to fix it.❤❤🎉

[@IndigoChick68]

THANK YOU!! My crooked plumber was going to charge me $900 to fix this kind of leak!!! I have a problem with people taking advantage of me bc I live alone.. I decided to do it myself and it's been pretty easy except the screws were rusted and even w wd40 extremely hard to remove... but I got stuck on this last step and where to buy the kit. Great video 👍

[@kagemusha2870]

Pretty good video - clear and concise. But left some questions: (1) is that gasket kit you listed universal or specific to a brand like the tank's interior red gasket by the flapper does? (2) when discussing the socket you said "then you're gonna use your 13 millimeter deep socket wrench um again there's a half there's three eighths ratchets that you can use even a quarter totally up to you", so are you saying that the size of the nut varies and, if so, is that by brand? (3) you talk about putting the washer and the nut on the outside of the tank before putting it into the bowl and you repeatedly say it is a recommended option unless you are concerned about the fragility of the porcelain, but you don't say what it is an option to. If you did not add this washer and nut in between the tank and the bowl, would you then just use the rubber gasket, washer, and nut on the bolt as it extends through the bowl? and (4) please forgive me if this is really stupid but, as you said, porcelain is fragile. The gasket on the bolt in the tank is there to stop leaks and I assume the second one under the bowl is to disperse pressure so the tightening of the nut doesn't crack the porcelain when tightened. Had I not seen this video and just looked at the parts in the kit, I would have assumed that the second gasket would go in between the tank and bowl as further protection against leaks and to offset the porcelain on porcelain pressure (being fragile and all). Would it be a mistake to add a gasket there?

[@leonardopsantos]

At 6:25, why did you place the second gasket at the end of the screw? Doesn't it make a lot more sense to "sandwich" the porcelain between the gaskets? Screw head, gasket, through the hole, gasket, washer, nut. Tight nut. Place tank, another washer and nut.

[@gregorytrayling8969]

Excellent question. Adding a second rubber gasket to the bottom of the tank wouldn't necessarily seal it any more that it already is. The top part has a wide-head bolt that seals it off, but the bottom would have a possible unsealed part between the bolt and the nut just past the washer. It's not sealed like the top part even with an extra gasket added. It also weakens the compression on the inside, sort of cutting it in half between the two gaskets. Instead of one strong link in the chain there's now two weaker ones. It's better just to use the metal washer on the outside of the tank, again not too tight that it might crack the porcelain. I'm guessing that's why his option is not mentioned in any of the official instructions that you get with the tank bolt sets, because DIY'ers would occasionally be cracking the porcelain, but it does work very well in preventing long-term leaks. (Not a plumber, just fixing my own stuff for centuries).

[@SegaranRamiah]

What type of tools suitable To loosen or tight Toilet Bathroom Cistern Tank Close Couple Screw ( plastic type screw with nut)

[@verleneperry-newburn905]

Thank you for this video, clear, short and very helpful.

[@larrygreen5597]

Thank you so much sir I had to do the same thing I also made sure I did not tighten them to tight because of porcelain

[@ItsMe-dk9pl]

Good video...thanks for the help 👍.

[@adelacoffey2871]

First time home buyer and know nothing about house repairs. This video was simple and easy to follow. My house is OLD so I'll be watching a lot!!🔧🔨🪛🔩

[@HaxorTech]

Amazing detail in this video my friend! Great job and definitely saved me over $100 as well, thank you!

[@ImtooFuturistic]

Great video I have a crack at the base I made from constipation. I’m going to Jb weld it

[@mommadee3329]

I love how he explains and demonstrates

[@lyndaleetqpv]

Great visual and instruction. Thank you

[@jeffkane221]

Use rubber gaskets on bottom of tank also. Get extra nut and rubber kits do not provide 5:51 .

[@UNSCODST]

Thanks! Now I have a solution for my weekend project!

[@FixThisHouse]

I’m glad I could be of help! 🙏🏽😊👍🏽

[@greenmanatee6462]

Too many of my diy projects become snafu's but this worked perfectly! Thank you

[@renishii6834]

With the tank O-ring seal, does it need a sealant or just do as seen in the video?

[@bryanreese907]

Great step-by-step video 👍🏿

[@shaunjimmybucketswilliams1096]

Thanks bro. Just fixed mine while watching your video. Very helpful thank you

[@michaeljohn7398]

Excellent video. Cheers from Michael. Australia

[@eddierobles2137]

Thank you so much for this video . Just followed your steps and it worked. No more leaks. 👏👏🙏

[@majesty10xu15]

Hi, I'm seeing 2 inch and 3 inch gasket kits being sold. Can either one be used or does it have to be specific depending on the toilet? Thanks.

[@jesusiscomingsoon.5225]

Thanks for the video very helpful.

[@bhyydy6353]

I have this problem and thank you for showing how to do it.

[@qpham63]

That one handed nut install while the other hand holds the camera...nice.

[@numberformat]

Thanks for posting the video. really helpful.

[@WALTERBROADDUS]

Thanks for the tip.... Will try this weekend.

[@Mac3Ent]

I really needed this video because I have that same leak. I hope the porcelain is not cracked! The toilet sits about 2.5 inches off the wall and wobbles back a little bit.

[@FixThisHouse]

I’m glad I could be of help!

[@ED-he7ts]

The best video out there on this topic - thanks a bunch!!!

[@reyeschavez7523]

thank you for the video, it helped me a lot.

[@laragreene8328]

Your videos are so good and clear!!!! Just Great!!! I subscribed immediately the first time I saw one!!!! Thanks!!!

[@GRANPAPO]

Very helpful thanks I fixed the problem going thru your recommendations 😎😎👍👍😁

[@shavinduffy6670]

Awesome, great great video, so well done, so clear.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much!

[@stevepethel6843]

Well video taped and we'll demonstrated and spoken...EXCELLENT Thinking I might try this too. Thanking Jesus for you

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! 🙏🏽😊

[@josephkendall9793]

Excellent video! Clear explanation. Very helpful

[@All-In-All-The-World]

Thanks your video helping me fix my toilet.

[@markallen381]

Do you use anything like a lubricant on those washers?

[@christophersalazar6904]

So my toilet leaked from there, a steady drip. I didn’t notice till the next day. Am I going to have to replace the Sheetrock?

[@darrenwilliams5702]

Just happened to us for the first time I just started fixing the toilet issues recently and I picked up the parts going to try this tomorrow thank you for all of the information I’m going to try that method so it doesn’t leak in the future

[@ParishSouth]

Id put the lower seal with the second nut...seal on both sides of tank bottom

[@tealmountaintrekking6141]

Would also help prevent cracking.

[@chanwarren]

Definitely did not notice this was wrong until it leaked afterwards for me. Even instructions on the box state this

[@la7079]

Thank you I fixed the problem!!

[@AngelOliva302]

Thank you my friend!

[@FixThisHouse]

I’m glad I could be of help! 🙏🏽😊

[@hillsided00]

Very well explained. Thanks

[@RobinBslayfamily123]

Great video.. I just fixed my Mom toilet using your video, thank you!

[@BoseFam]

Great and helpful video thank you!

[@masterpaine9161]

Why no metal washer on the inside like the original bolts?

[@ncsEsper]

One of the best DIY out there. Count me in as new subscriber!

[@SirCodeJunkie]

They put the metal washer inside the tank between the screw and the gasket. The metal on metal seal is probably where the leak is coming from. You can see it at the beginning of the video.

[@ncsEsper]

Not true. Washer is above gasket.

[@CHAMONIX552]

My left tank bolt is very easy to remove with hand, but the right one can't remove with 3/8” Drive X 13mm Deep Socket. It doesn't fit, seem to be a bit smaller.

[@LuckyFin2008]

No more leaks thank you boss!

[@FixThisHouse]

I’m glad I could be of help! 🙏🏽😊

[@robertarzola]

What do you do when no matter what adjustments you make, the toilet still leaks from the newly installed bolts? It's driving me crazy because I've been trying to fix this for a few days. Washers and bolts are new and undamaged

[@Parkape79]

I’m right there with you. Same situation. I tried it all and I feel defeated at this point. Did you figure things out?

[@robertarzola]

​@@Parkape79I'm just replacing the toilet. I ended up putting plumbers putty and it still leaked. The toilet is 20 years old so it's time to just replace it anyway

[@Parkape79]

@@robertarzola ok

[@Parkape79]

Update, so after messing around with it further, I discovered that the leak from was coming from the flush valve. I replaced it, problem solved. I took the tank off, put a little water in it and held it up in the air in the tub to pinpoint and see exactly where the issue was. Try that first if you haven’t gotten a new toilet yet. Good luck

[@courtw3231]

My toilet is leaking ever since I changed fill value and flapper… smh I’ve been looking for why… now I see I need to replace both bolts and gasket just to make sure… I hope this works because I flushed it and water came out but not out the value where thought it would but maybe the bolts or gasket or that black inking gasket inside the toilet 🚽 bowl. Could that black thing also be an issue???? thank you sir!!

[@jfang560]

Nice video,very helpful

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you! 🙏🏽😊

[@daveshezo]

Thank you

[@AJPrieto444]

Yeah one of the bolts on my toilet seems to have a leak. This video confirmed my suspicions. Thanks man, no need to pay $100 to a plumber for this 👍🏽

[@leonardhousden8479]

Thank you for the video

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you for watching 🙏🏽😊

[@jacksonvang2946]

Thank you! I do love your videos

[@purpledancerbmw5279]

Thank you, here I am 7 months later needing to do this! Thanks much.

[@FixThisHouse]

I’m glad I could be of help! 🙏🏽😊

[@jeffallen3382]

He says "hand tighten it" while he is using a ratchet and socket... LMAO!

[@FixThisHouse]

Please watch it again

[@jeffallen3382]

@@FixThisHouse no! I saw you say multiple times. "Hand tighten" then you use a ratchet and socket! LOL what a joke! 🤣🤣🤣

[@RacerX1971]

Can also use wet and dry vacuum to suck up water

[@lolaavri9671]

Helloo, can you help me fixing a old fashioned toilet that leaks, please, cause i'm not sure if that method works for it, because maybe it leaks from two places 😅 . Thank you in advance 😇

[@FixThisHouse]

Hi! Yes, please send me an email at - [e-mail]

[@easyclean21]

Thanks