How to Fix Toilet Flushing on its Own

Does your toilet flush on its own? This is a problem known as ghost flushing. It signals that your flapper is leaking and needs replacement. Hearing your toilet running and wasting water is common when your repair parts begin to wear out.

However, did you know that the most common cause of a leaking toilet is your toilet flapper? Since you can hear your fill valve working, it is easy to assume that it is the main issue when your fill valve is doing its job of bringing water into the tank.

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Shut Off the Water Supply

To start, turn off the water supply to your toilet. Look for the water shut-off valve on the wall or floor near the toilet's base. Turn it clockwise to shut off the water flow.

turn off the water supply line

Flush the Toilet and Remove the Old Flapper

Clean the Flush Valve Opening

Install the New Toilet Flapper

Attach and Adjust the Flapper Chain

Turn On the Water Supply

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