Nothing gets under a parent’s skin like lights on in empty rooms, open doors and windows and running or gurgling toilets. Of course, we’ll probably never have children that stop doing the first two, ...

Although a toilet can seem like a daunting household appliance to fix on your own, when you take a look at the parts that make the toilet work, you’ll see that they aren’t all that complex. One part ...

Plumbing problems are some of the most dreaded in the house, so when you hear your toilet making sounds you know it shouldn't be making, it can quickly become a cause for concern. If what you hear ...

A running toilet isn’t just a nuisance; it’s a major waste of water. That constant hissing noise you're hearing means that excess water is leaking from the toilet tank into the bowl, and your utility ...

Whether you're a new homeowner or an expert DIYer, knowing how to fix these common household problems can save you from a ...

Dear James: My house has 2½ bathrooms and each of the toilets has problems such as inadequate flushing, noisy flushing and self-flushing. There are literally hundreds of replacements parts and repair ...

The last thing anyone wants is a toilet with a weak flush. The Twin Traps TikTok account (@twinhomeexperts) shared a viral video with a tip that could save you the cost of a new toilet—and the ...

Q: Tim, I was really grossed out this past weekend. A toilet clogged in our home and while using a normal plunger some of the nasty water squirted up on me. It was horrible. Then you have to clean the ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

A running toilet may not be quite as bad as a clogged toilet, but if left unchecked, this problem can waste hundreds of gallons of water and quite a few dollars. The fix is easier than you think.

A running toilet is one of the more annoying issues you can have in your bathroom. While the sound of a running toilet can be hard to bear, the cost on your wallet can be even worse. A running toilet ...