Landlord Quick Tip
Tip #105: Go With the Flow
Landlords have a responsibility to keep renters’ toilets in good working order. Faulty parts can run up a tenant’s water bill in no time, or dramatically increase expenses on a rental if water is included.
Often, toilets leak because of a worn out flapper (sometimes called a “valve seal”). Flappers are inexpensive rubber parts that can build up minerals or decay over time. Replacing them can be a quick and easy fix for your water woes.
Bring the old flapper to the hardware store for comparison to make sure you buy a new flapper that fits your toilet model. You can also check the owners manual, if you have it, or the manufacturers Web site for the appropriate replacement part number for the flapper.
The Regional Water Providers Consortium has a step-by-step video on how to fix a leaky toilet.
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