{"id":108,"date":"2023-11-02T05:54:35","date_gmt":"2023-11-02T05:54:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dallasgaplumbers.com\/?p=108"},"modified":"2023-11-02T05:54:35","modified_gmt":"2023-11-02T05:54:35","slug":"how-to-fix-a-leaky-toilet-water-supply-valve","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dallasgaplumbers.com\/articles\/how-to-fix-a-leaky-toilet-water-supply-valve\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Fix A Leaky Toilet Water Supply Valve"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A leaky toilet water supply valve does not have to mean replacing the entire unit &#8211; although that may be a possibility. So, let&#8217;s go through some tips that may help you to fix this problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you notice a leak coming from the stem where the handle is located you can try tightening the packing nut with an adjustable wrench. This is the nut located right behind the handle.<br>Turning the packing nut clockwise will tighten it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you still notice a leak then you will have to investigate further by taking apart the water supply valve to clean or replace the washers\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shut off the main water supply to the toilet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place a bucket and towels under the water supply valve<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove the screw from the handle of the valve<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove the packing nut<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove the threaded valve system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NOTE: We recommend you take photos of each step so that you can remember how to put it all back together again<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clean the washers with a clean rag or if they are severely damaged then replace them entirely<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reassemble everything back<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure that all components are tightly replaced.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turn your main water supply back on<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you still notice a leak &#8211; then we recommend that you contact a professional plumber to assess and fix the problem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have any questions about leaky pipes or are having some problems with it, call Atlantis Plumbing today at&nbsp;<a href=\"tel:+17704438229\">770-443-8229<\/a>. 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