Toilet Pressure Tank Not Filling

Depending on your water pressure a tank usually refills in about three minutes.

Toilet pressure tank not filling.

The flow of water from the supply line to refill the toilet tank is controlled by the fill valve. First shut off the water to your toilet and flush it to empty the tank. If that doesn t help you might need to clean the pump and valve. The fill valve is usually on the side of the tank.

Sometimes there s buildup in the valve so cleaning should help open. If the toilet has no flush power you may need to adjust the water level in the tank or the length of the flapper chain. If water pressure is the reasoning for your toilet tank not filling with water then you might want to start by inspecting your home s water pipes. Do not allow the float cup to drop or valve shaft to turn.

The fill valve needs an adjustment. A slow filling toilet tank is a relatively common problem. To increase water pressure in your toilet try adjusting its fill valve. You may also need to clean out the siphon holes in the bowl rim.

If the fill valve isn t properly placed the water supply can be impeded. Make sure the water shutoff is completely open for maximum water flow. Locate the fill valve in the toilet tank. Using a flathead screwdriver.

It will likely be on the left side. Pipes that have become rusted corroded or leaky can limit the amount of water that flows into your toilet resulting in your toilet tank s ability to fill up to the right level. Check the hose s filter screen for debris then remove the screen and rinse it thoroughly to. Steps for removing the top cap and flushing out debris from the fill valve.

With your right hand hold onto the gray shaft keeping the float cup all the way up. Reach inside the tank with your right hand under the float cup and lift it up. When a toilet tank is not filling check the house water pressure. Turn off the water supply valve and unscrew the inlet hose on the bottom of your toilet s tank.