Why Is There No Water in My Toilet Tank? 

Did you just try to flush your toilet, and nothing happened? Look inside the tank, and you may see no water inside. Before you stress, rest easy that correcting this issue is usually easy to accomplish. If you can’t do it yourself, you can always arrange toilet repair with an experienced plumber. Follow these tips to diagnose and repair the problem of no water in the toilet tank. 

Check the Water Supply 

The first step is to ensure that the water is turned on. If you or someone in your household recently performed a toilet repair, you may have turned off the water first. Did you not realize you had to turn it back on? To check, turn the water shut-off valve on the wall behind the toilet. If the valve was turned off, water should now start refilling the tank. If this doesn’t work, check the water at your sink or an alternative plumbing fixture. If nothing comes out from the tap, you might have a more substantial water supply issue. Contact your water company to get more details. 

Reposition or Replace the Float Mechanism 

Older toilet models use a float ball to measure the water level as it goes up in the tank. When the ball reaches a certain height, the float arm it’s attached to stops the water flow. However, insufficient water might enter the tank if the ball is positioned improperly or the arm is faulty. To correct the float ball, start by removing the toilet tank top. Bend the float arm up slightly to alter where it sits in the tank. If this does not fix the problem, you might need to replace the whole float mechanism. You should be able to do this yourself by following the instructions that come with the replacement parts, or you can work with a plumber for help. Just understand that float balls are old toilet systems. You may prefer improved reliability and efficiency if you upgrade the existing tank components or replace the toilet completely. 

Adjust the Fill Valve 

Newer toilets operate with a float cup instead of a float ball, coupled with a fill valve and water level rod. There could quite possibly be no water in the toilet tank because the valve has slipped out of place or become plugged. Here are recommendations to attempt: 

• Test the fill valve: Have a look inside the toilet and locate the fill valve on top of a vertical tube device on the left side of the tank. Verify that it’s secure and evenly connected to the tube. Then, adjust the water level. More modern toilets have an adjustment knob you can turn with your hand, while older versions may require you to loosen an adjustment screw with a flathead screwdriver. Flush the toilet and make it possible for the tank refill to test the water level. Adjust it until the water comes to {about|approximately|roughly]] one inch below the top of the overflow tube. 
• Clean the fill valve: Mineral buildup and other gunk could be clogging the valve and keeping your toilet from filling. Shut down the water behind the toilet and take off the fill cap. Then, slowly turn the water back on, cupping your hand over the valve to block water from spraying all over the place. After several seconds, turn the water back off. Finally, wash the fill cap to remove hard water buildup. If the cap is broken, swap it out. 
• Clean the valve tube: The tube below the fill valve may also be blocked. Shut off the water and take away the valve hardware. Then, insert a slim bottle brush or wire down the tube. Turn the water back on slightly to flush away the blockage. Replace the valve hardware and flush the toilet to test your adjustments. 

Repair or Replace the Trip Assembly

If you’ve tried the steps above without success, the last possibility is a faulty trip assembly. This element attaches the flush handle to the tank. If it’s damaged or positioned inadequately, the flush cycle may not complete, leaving the tank bone dry. Take off the toilet tank lid and check the trip assembly connected to the handle. If it’s out of place, reposition it. If the assembly is bent, worn or busted, swap it with a new one. Whether you complete the job yourself or leave it to a plumber, this easy repair should get your toilet tank filled with water once again. 

Schedule Toilet Repair Today 

You can’t go long without a working toilet, so call [Company name] to schedule a toilet repair. We can diagnose why your toilet isn’t filling and suggest the right fix. If your plumbing fixture is older and worn out, our team will install a high-efficiency toilet in its place. Be assured that every plumbing repair and replacement we complete is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. To schedule an appointment from one of our licensed team members, please contact your local Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing office today.