Toilet, Faucet & Fixture Repair in Hawaii
Small plumbing problems get expensive when they run 24 hours a day. Running toilets and dripping faucets waste more water than most people expect.
Common fixes
Running or phantom-flushing toilet: usually a worn flapper, fill valve or chain.
Rocking toilet or water at the base: usually a wax ring or flange problem.
Dripping faucet: usually a worn cartridge, washer or seat.
Leaking shut-off (angle stop) valve under a sink: replace before it fails completely.
How much does a drip waste?
Honolulu's Board of Water Supply says a drip of about 1/32 inch wastes about 25 gallons in 24 hours, 1/16 inch wastes about 100 gallons, and a 1/8 inch stream about 400 gallons.
Tip: know your shut-offs
Every fixture should have its own shut-off. If yours do not turn or leak when turned, mention it to your plumber while they are there.
Frequently asked questions
Why does my toilet keep running?
The most common cause is a worn flapper or a misadjusted fill valve that lets water leak from the tank into the bowl.
Is a dripping faucet worth fixing?
Yes. Honolulu's Board of Water Supply says even a small drip can waste tens of gallons a day, and the fix is often an inexpensive worn part.
Where we send toilet, faucet & fixture repair requests
Honolulu · Kapolei · Kailua · Kaneohe · Pearl City · Waipahu · Mililani · Ewa Beach · Kahului & Wailuku · Kihei · Hilo · Kailua-Kona · Lihue