This means the tank mechanism needs adjustment or replacement. But if the toilet fills without flushing, or if the water drains away slowly or not at all, there is a blockage.

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The slow bathroom sink drain also can be easy to fix. If the sink is equipped with a standard pop-up drain, the tiny prong that makes the stopper go up and down is superb at catching hair and ...

To plunge your toilet, there needs to be water in the bowl, and you'll want to angle the plunger so the edges of the bell form a seal over the drain.

Don’t try to diagnose and fix a plumbing problem yourself, or hire a handyman (or handywoman) to do plumbing work, says Jim Jennette, a plumber for 25 years and Mr. Rooter franchise consultant.