Can you imagine how horrible it would be if your toilet suddenly broke while you were using it? If you see the following characteristics on your toilet, consider replacing it before it’s too late.
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Mineral deposits
Most residential water supplies contain minerals, and these tend to collect around any opening through which the water passes. The inlet holes around the rim of the bowl are especially susceptible to blockages from mineral deposits, and as the toilet ages and the deposits grow, they cause reduced flow into the tank and incomplete flushes. Minerals also collect around the syphon tube at the bottom of the tank and prevent the flapper from sealing. The result is leakage into the bowl and wasted water. You can often chip away the deposits, but if they are extensive, a better alternative is to decommission the toilet. Source: Homeguides.SFGate
Using too much water
If you do not already have a low flush toilet saving water may be reason enough to replace a toilet. You can save quite a bit on your water bill every year with a low flush toilet. A water saving toilet uses less than 2 gallons of water per flush which is considerably less than the old 3-gallon or even a 5-gallon flush toilets. Not only are you helping the environment by saving water, you are helping yourself save money. Utilities are only going to continue to rise so saving on household water usage makes sense. Source: TheSpruce
Cracks or leaks
Leaks from either the toilet’s tank or its bowl can go undetected for long periods of time, causing water damage to the flooring or subfloor. If allowed to continue, the entire floor may need to be replaced. Leaks can also cause damage to rooms below if the bathroom is upstairs.
Especially when dealing with older toilets, it may be more cost-effective to replace a toilet than find and repair leaks. Leaks not only cause damage but also consume water, which may increase your utility bill. Source: AngiesList
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