That constant hissing noise you're hearing means that excess water is leaking from the toilet tank into the bowl, ... Replace the Fill Valve. If adjusting the float doesn’t do the trick, ...

If you notice any of these issues, it might be time to consider replacing your toilet fill valve. I replaced the fill valve in my Kohler toilet with a Kohler fill valve (K-GP1083167).

Q:I'd like to understand just how water comes into the toilet tank. I have two toilets that overflow, and I cannot figure out how to stop it. I've tried to lift the ball on one; the other is on a ...

Test-flush the toilet a few times, adjusting the chain if necessary. ... fill valve and tank lever—when and if those chores are ever necessary—a toilet can last generations.

A simple float adjustment might solve the problem, or you might need to replace your flapper or fill valve entirely. When repairing your toilet, be sure to pay attention to details.

Before diagnosing and repairing your running toilet, you must understand how it works. First, a toilet has seven parts: the bowl, tank, handle, fill valve, overflow tube, flush valve and flapper.

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How to Repair a Running Toilet 1. Adjust the Float. The float arm controls the water level in your tank. If it’s set too high, water will keep running into the overflow tube.