How to Fix Broken Toilet Flush Lever Handle

In this video I show you how easy it is to replace a toilet flush lever!
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[@eleanormascitelli3023]

I'm 89 years old and I never thought I would be required to replace my toilet handle. Today it broke and now I have to replace it myself.. no money for a service visit. Your lesson on how to fix it is excellent! Thank you!

[@mykarmaisdogma]

Thanks to you I'll do this today, first timer also. Almost 65 year old woman . (But I'm still fly! ;). Thank you!

[@marymetz-nh2dj]

Thanks Matt I saw your name on your wrench my husband passed away a year ago and he did everything that could be fixed and I'm so glad I found this channel I will be on with you with everything I need to be fixed now I guess I became the man of the house LOL thank you so much for helping me fix the toilet handle I will come to you with anything else I need fixed I'm at ease now I'm in KZbin University thanks again guy my name is Mary by the way

[@shawnmcmahon3517]

Reverse thread was great information!

[@phyllislee4096]

Thank you now I can fix my broken toilet handle lever

[@DanaConquersBoutique]

Thanks... you never know when you need a video like this. I remember finding your channel years ago when I needed to replace my oven light and your video to helped me.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Oh thats cool! Thanks so much for sticking around, Dana!

[@alinaz108]

Wow. Thank u so effing much! I fixed my gf's mom's toilet handle in her apartment (she didn't want to call maintenance)... this was such an easy replacement all because of your wonderful video! Seriously. U described each step so easily for anyone who is not too handy when it comes to toilets and the process was quick! Thanks again!

[@terryjoshuatakor106]

I was charged $125 to repair my broken toilet flush. With this video, I’m going to get the new part tomorrow and do the repair myself

[@jodifinnegan8797]

This was a great thing to learn! My problem is usually a toilet that just keeps running after its flushed. I jiggle the handle and it stops but I never removed the tank lid to see why it happens....

[@evalynn7005]

Always good videos, explanations and great content.

[@meewii8905]

Excellent I am a Widow no men around ❤

[@silentghostproductions6453]

You have the best videos out here

[@dianehatmaker415]

Thank you! Easy to follow video.

[@melissam3101]

You did a fantastic job. I learn a lot thanks

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Awesome to hear, Melissa. Thanks for watching!

[@kristyrice8777]

Awesome, you made it easy, thanks!

[@iamleggacy]

Perfect guide brother. I appreciate your instructions.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Happy to help! Thank you for your support!!

[@user-rn5dw8sh5s]

Thank you brother very helpful

[@sabrinajohnson6138]

Thank you! Need to replace mine

[@terryjoshuatakor106]

Thanks again. U just saved me some dollars

[@jandmvideos9051]

Thank you!

[@carmengreenwood566]

Thanks for sharing

[@pilarmurgado2252]

It waz very helpful.

[@wkjeom]

Thanks! Sometimes it's the simple things that stump us. I had a toilet that didn't function for a couple of years. A simple fix I didn't know about.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Yes, I have done a lot of things off camera that I regret because they could have helped people out so I am happy to hear you say that. Thanks for checking it out and for the comment!

[@ricardodavis4863]

You did a good job. 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾 I have replaced a number of flush levers in my time But the difference between you and me I have never used a tool to untighten and tighten the nut All by hand 😂😂🇯🇲

[@wkjeom]

Recardo Davis -- He did that for us weaklins'. 😊

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Yeah I like to give it a little extra. 😁. Thanks for checking out the video!

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

😂😂

[@silentghostproductions6453]

I love all ur content

[@terryjoshuatakor106]

That was awesome

[@hrhdianednum7203]

I like to put in the blue tablets but I could also put in a Clorox tablet too unless it fades my blue. I myself have put in a toilet handle , a 56 year old woman. I enjoyed the video!

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Thats a good idea! Thanks for the tip, Diane!

[@Coco-uq1sn]

That tank is really dirty I always put Clorox in side with soap powder keep it really clean thank you 😄

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Yeah might be a good idea. Thanks for the tip, Gail! And thanks for checking out the video!

[@evalynn7005]

I've lived on septic half my life. No Clorox or harsh chemicals. Nothing except "natural" products.

[@Sunny-xn1rw]

@@evalynn7005 I agree. I'm also on septic and the installer said no bleach or harsh chemicals.

[@michelebradley7813]

I'm not on Septic, but over time will the Clorox &/or Soap powder damage the other components?

[@BluheartedGal01]

Thank you. 🌹

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

No problem. Hope the video helped! Thanks for watching!!

[@fintan3563]

Hey, your name is Matt. Good morning, Matt!

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Hey!

[@henrythe83rd18]

Nice. Just simply turn water off before doing this then water won't keep running also, this plastic type will not crack the porcelain. You definitely don't won't to over-tight so you won't strip or crack the lever. I know you replaced the toilet but if you weren't planning that, then it's a great idea to buy the kit which has the flapper and the filler float as they usually go out and rubber/gaskets wear out.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Thanks for the feedback! And for checking out the video!

[@ellonysman]

My metal bar only stands straight right...how do I get it down some for room to have it travel up fir flush? No room and only sits one position?? Metal

[@Mothermetalhead]

I had to do that as well recently. The damn chain kept slipping off

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Yup, very annoying! Thanks for checking out the video!

[@ailhalawe3599]

awesome رائع

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Thank you!

[@christinerosenquist7657]

I recently changed the handle also. It was a cheap one from China that broke off. I had to go to a real plumber store and bought the metal one.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Yeah, I am hoping this one will last. Thanks for checking out the video and for the comment, Christine!

[@kittiecorner]

Mine does not have a chain. I'm not sure if the one I purchased, which has holes, will work. I DID try to get the handle off by going the wrong way, so now it is really tight & I can't get it off. Wish I'd watched the videos first.

[@BluffytheVamp]

My handle when I press it down the stick hits the top of the cover of the toilet. How do I adjust it so the flapper goes all the way up without the stick hitting the cover

[@bonniehyderman3529]

The nut on the flusher is stuck. I've tried turning both ways. How can I unstick it?

[@tonymarsiglia4578]

Make sure you are trying to loosen the reverse threaded nut in the proper direction. If it still fails to break loose with a wrench, spray a little WD-40 or penetrating oil around the nut and surrounding threads, and let let it sit awhile to help free it up. Then you should be able to loosen the nut with a wrench.

[@JosephMcPhail]

Was that a flip phone on your hip? I need to go back to a simpler phone.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Ha! No that is an iPhone. You are actually the first person to point out my phone, which surprises me, I have it in almost every video. Thanks for watching!

[@danelleleaird5176]

How do get the nut off the handle

[@Because_I_Have_To]

🤙🏽🤗

[@csmith63]

So, if I ever need to replace a toilet handle in such a simple way that I can just follow the package directions, I won't need this KZbin video to help. However, if what I have is NOT such a simple replacement but one where the old HANDLE is gone but NOT the white plastic seal in the hole, which is unfortunately left behind and entirely immovable so that I can't simply put a new handle straight from the package through an empty hole, how do I get that big plastic seal OUT OF THE HOLE first?!?!?

[@user-wm9hb7fv9b]

👍👍👍👍👍👍🔥🖐️

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Thanks for watching!

[@robertabrady8127]

No need for a plumber. Thank you.

[@davidwostrel]

Should have finished the vid by sitting on the toilet!

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

😂😂 I don't think anybody would want to see that haha

[@Vern859]

Those things are junk Im looking for a way to fix for good

[@drew23ski]

Oh man dont try with your girlfriend watching and complaining with histrionics or its waay difficult