In Triangle, most toilet trouble is a worn flapper or fill valve, a wax seal that has let go, or a clog in the bowl. Homes here are mostly newer, so these are usually straightforward repairs rather than replacements. Call the number on this page to be connected with a local plumber in Triangle.
Triangle water and homes
Triangle sits in southeastern Prince William County, wedged between Dumfries, Prince William Forest Park and Marine Corps Base Quantico, and is home to the National Museum of the Marine Corps. The typical home was built in 1999. Prince William Water supplies Triangle with Occoquan Reservoir water treated at Fairfax Water's Griffith plant; Virginia American Water also runs a separate system in the county, so check your bill if you are unsure. Prince William Water says it uses chloramine most of the year and switches to free chlorine in the spring, and it describes its water as moderately hard.
Prince William Water locates its lines from the main through the meter box. Lines and connections on private property, including everything that feeds and drains your toilets, are the owner's responsibility. Prince William Water also provides sewer service, and its Emergency Dispatch is (703) 335-7990 for main breaks and outages. Because most homes here are fairly new, the drain piping is rarely at fault; most calls come down to parts inside the tank or the seal at the floor, and a plumber can usually tell which quickly.
Repair or replace?
| What's wrong | Usual repair | Replacement worth considering if |
|---|---|---|
| Tank won't stop filling | New fill valve, flapper or chain | The tank is cracked |
| Leak at the floor | New wax ring and bolts | The bowl is cracked |
| Frequent clogs | Clear the trapway and check the drain | The toilet is a poorly flushing model |
| Weak flush | Adjust the water level, clean the rim and jet | Cleaning and adjusting do not help |
Signs to watch
- A hiss or trickle from the tank between uses
- The handle needs a jiggle to stop the water
- Water near the base after a flush
- Slow or incomplete flushes
- Moisture on the supply line or valve
Timing notes
With a typical home about a quarter-century old, Triangle toilets are reaching the age when original tank parts give out, often one bathroom after another. In summer, humidity can make tanks sweat onto the floor. Heavy storms are a reason to watch any lower-level toilet for bubbling. In winter, keep bathrooms heated when you travel.
Toilet Repair questions in Triangle
Why does my toilet refill by itself when nobody has flushed it?
Why does the water smell more like chlorine in the spring?
Do I need a permit to replace a toilet?
Will a running toilet show up on my water bill?
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