How do I fix a loose toilet handle?
By Bob Millaway, South Jersey Community Expert & REALTOR®
A loose toilet handle is usually caused by a nut inside the tank that has come loose. Remove the tank lid and locate the nut on the inside of the handle mechanism. Tighten it with pliers while holding the handle steady on the outside. If the handle still feels loose or the threads are stripped, replace the entire flush handle assembly, which costs about 10 dollars at any hardware store.
Why It Matters
A loose handle is a minor annoyance, but ignoring it can eventually strip the threads and require a full handle replacement or cause the toilet to run constantly.
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