Toilets that run constantly or don’t flush properly are a common problem. Solutions include:

• Adjust the float to control the water level in the tank.
• Replace the flapper valve at the bottom of the tank.
• Adjust the chain length between the handle and flapper valve.
• Replace corroded or broken chain.

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1. Dana Sprague Says:
   October 3rd, 2010 at 10:30 am

   I have a toilet that phantom flushes every so often when not in use? Would that also be the flapper valve?

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