Why Is There No Water in My Toilet Tank? 

Did you just try to flush your toilet, and nothing changed? Peek into the tank, and you could see no water inside. Before you panic, rest easy that fixing this challenge is usually easy to accomplish. If you can’t complete this yourself, you can always set up toilet repair with an Expert plumber. Follow these guidelines to diagnose and repair the problem of no water in the toilet tank. 

Check the Water Supply 

The first action is to ensure that the water is running. If you or someone in your household recently performed a toilet repair, you may have turned off the water first. Did you not realize you had to turn it back on? To see, rotate the water shut-off valve on the wall behind the toilet. If the valve was closed, water ought to now start refilling the tank. If this fails to work, turn on the water at your sink or another plumbing fixture. If nothing flows from the tap, you could have a bigger water supply issue. Contact your water company to find out more. 

Reposition or Replace the Float Mechanism 

Older toilet models use a float ball to measure the water level as it rises in the tank. When the ball passes a specific height, the float arm it’s connected to stops the water flow. However, insufficient water may enter the tank if the ball is positioned improperly or the arm is faulty. To correct the float ball, start by removing the toilet tank top. Bend the float arm up slightly to change where it sits in the tank. If this fails to fix the problem, you might need to replace the entire float mechanism. You should be able to do this yourself by following the detailed steps that come with the replacement parts, or you can hire a plumber for help. Just note that float balls are old toilet design. You may appreciate improved dependability and efficiency if you upgrade the existing tank components or replace the toilet entirely. 

Adjust the Fill Valve 

More recent toilets operate with a float cup rather than a float ball, coupled with a fill valve and water level rod. There could quite possibly be no water in the toilet tank because the valve has slipped out of place or become blocked. Here are some to consider: 

• Test the fill valve: Glance inside the toilet and locate the fill valve on top of a vertical tube device on the left side of the tank. Make sure it’s secure and evenly connected to the tube. Then, change the water level. Current models of toilets have an adjustment knob you can turn with your hand, while older designs may require you to loosen an adjustment screw with a flathead screwdriver. Flush the toilet and allow the tank refill to test the water level. Change it until the water comes to {about|approximately|roughly]] one inch below the top of the overflow tube. 
• Clean the fill valve: Mineral buildup and other gunk might be clogging the valve and stopping your toilet from filling. Shut down the water behind the toilet and take away the fill cap. Then, gradually turn the water back on, cupping your hand over the valve to prevent water from spraying all over the place. After several seconds, turn the water back off. Finally, clean off the fill cap to remove hard water buildup. If the cap is cracked, swap it out. 
• Clean the valve tube: The tube below the fill valve could also be blocked. Shut off the water and take away the valve hardware. Then, place a slim bottle brush or wire down the tube. Turn the water back on a little to flush away the junk. Replace the valve hardware and flush the toilet to test your efforts. 

Repair or Replace the Trip Assembly

If you’ve attempted the steps above without success, the final possibility is a broken trip assembly. This component connects the flush handle to the tank. If it’s damaged or positioned improperly, the flush cycle may not complete, leaving the tank empty. Remove the toilet tank lid and check the trip assembly fastened to the handle. If it’s out of place, reposition it. If the assembly is bent, worn or busted, replace it. Whether you perform the job yourself or leave it to a plumber, this simple repair should get your toilet tank filled with water once again. 

Schedule Toilet Repair Today 

You can’t go long without a functional toilet, so call [Company name] to request a toilet repair. We can determine why your toilet isn’t filling and recommend the correct fix. If your plumbing fixture is older and worn out, our team can install a high-efficiency toilet in your bathroom. Rest easy that every plumbing repair and replacement we conduct is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. To schedule an appointment from one of our licensed professionals, please contact your neighborhood Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing office today.