Why Is There No Water in My Toilet Tank? 

Did you just try to flush your toilet, and nothing occurred? Peek inside the tank, and you might see no water inside. Before you panic, rest easy that repairing this challenge is usually easy to accomplish. If you can’t figure it out yourself, you can always schedule toilet repair with a knowledgeable plumber. Follow these recommendations 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 flowing. If you or someone in your household recently performed a toilet repair, you most likely turned off the water first. Did you forget to turn it back on? To check, rotate the water shut-off valve on the wall in back of the toilet. If the valve was turned off, water ought to now start refilling the tank. If this doesn’t work, turn on the water at your sink or an alternative plumbing fixture. If nothing flows from the tap, you could possibly have a larger water supply issue. Contact your water company to learn more. 

Reposition or Replace the Float Mechanism 

Older toilet models use a float ball to determine the water level as it increases in the tank. When the ball hits a specific height, the float arm it’s attached to stops the water flow. However, insufficient water might enter the tank if the ball is positioned improperly or the arm is broken. To correct the float ball, start by removing the toilet tank lid. Bend the float arm up slightly to alter where it sits in the tank. If this doesn’t fix the problem, you could need to replace the entire float mechanism. You should be able to complete this yourself by following the directions that come with the replacement parts, or you can work with a plumber for help. Just note that float balls are old toilet technology. You may appreciate improved reliability and efficiency if you upgrade the existing tank components or replace the toilet entirely. 

Adjust the Fill Valve 

Newer toilets operate with a float cup instead of 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 clogged. Here are recommendations to consider: 

• Test the fill valve: Look inside the toilet and find the fill valve on top of a vertical tube device on the left side of the tank. Ensure it’s secure and evenly ahered to the tube. Then, adjust the water level. Newer toilets have an adjustment knob you can turn with your hand, while older versions may require you to loosen an adjustment screw with a flathead screwdriver. Flush the toilet and allow the tank refill to check 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 could be clogging the valve and keeping your toilet from filling. Shut down the water behind the toilet and take away the fill cap. Then, steadily 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 dislodge any hard water buildup. If the cap is broken, replace it. 
• Clean the valve tube: The tube below the fill valve may also be plugged. 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 slightly to flush away the debris. Replace the valve hardware and flush the toilet to check your efforts. 

Repair or Replace the Trip Assembly

If you’ve followed the steps above without any luck, the last possibility is a damaged trip assembly. This element links the flush handle to the tank. If it’s not working or positioned improperly, the flush cycle may not complete, leaving the tank void. Detach the toilet tank lid and examine the trip assembly attached to the handle. If it’s out of place, reposition it. If the assembly is twisted, worn or busted, change it out. Whether you finish the job yourself or leave it to a plumber, this uncomplicated repair should get your toilet tank filled with water once more. 

Schedule Toilet Repair Today 

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