How A Toilet Works

The Workings of a Flush Toilet

Most homes in the Tampa Bay Area as well as the rest of the United States have what is referred to as a Flush Toilet so we’ll explain how it works on this page. These toilets are designed to flush using an exact amount of water. If the water level in a toilet tank is too low, the waste will not clear the trap in the toilet. Toilets fill by using an automatic fill valve (ballcock), when the level of the water in the tank is lowered the ballcock will release water back into the tank making the toilet ready for the next flush. Since this ballcock is mechanical, it will tend to wear out over time and need to be replaced sometime during the life of your toilet. Toilets also have a seal at the bottom of the tank; most toilets use what is called a flapper seal. This keeps the water in the tank until the toilet is flushed. The seal at the bottom of the tank is made of rubber and will deteriorate over time. When this happens, water will escape into the toilet bowel, reducing the level of water in the tank and causing the toilet not to flush properly. It can also cause your water bill to increase if not taken care of and replaced. For information about the services we offer you can visit our Toilet Repair and Replacement in Tampa page or give us a call at (813) 443-5820 today!