The way a toilet works is a mystery to most people. But like many mysteries, a closer examination may reveal that the toilet isn’t really very mysterious at all. In fact, this device is ingeniously ...

It’s hard to think of a home amenity more indispensable than a working toilet. That’s why it’s important to maintain yours and replace it when necessary. Based on our research, it costs an average of ...

With more people working from home and school being taught online, residential toilets are getting a workout. In many parts of Ventura County, more water means more hard water deposits. Worse, ...

As summer approaches, homeowners begin their annual preparations – cleaning, lawn maintenance, decorating and organizing. Amid all the excitement and planning, one key aspect often gets overlooked: ...

Q: My toilet is causing me fits. The water from the tank is slowly leaking into the bowl, and I can’t figure out why. I have replaced the flapper, but the problem persists. What else should I do? A: ...

Toilets are simple, durable items that can often be easily repaired—but everything has an expiration date. The first, most obvious sign that your toilet is ready to be replaced is when it stops doing ...

Dear James: The toilet in our guest bathroom does not flush well, and I am ready for a new one. I would rather spend extra on an attractive one and save by installing it myself. Is this a simple job ...

July 15, 1946. That’s the date stamped inside the tank of my guest room toilet. That explains a lot. My house was built in 1946, so it’s an original toilet. You can hear the humming of pipes for ...

Try the simple fixes to stop annoying flush problems ...