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Toilet Flappers - A Common Source of Hidden Leaks
Most toilets have a rubber valve called a flapper that holds the water in the tank until it is flushed. More often than not, if you toilet is leaking the flapper is the culprit. Over time, they begin to warp and allow water to leak into the bowl. Flappers should be tested periodically by placing a colored liquid (say a cup coffee or grape juice) in the tank to see if the color appears in the bowl without flushing. If it does, the flapper should be replaced.
The estimated cost of of replacing a leaky flapper in your home or business is $5 - $10.
Alternatively, the cost of keeping a leaky flapper can exceed $100.00 per month.
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