Toilet bowl water level rises, almost overflows

dkd16 · #1 Jul 16, 2007, 05:42 PM

Hi, I just bought a house and found out from the neighbors that there has always been a problem with the 1st level toilet. When you flush it, water gushes in EXTREMELY fast -- so fast that the water level in the bowl rises to about 1/2" from the top of the rim. It looks like it is going to overflow and then the water goes back down (like a normal flush). I checked the tank itself....didn't see any obvious problems with the parts. Do you think there could be a problem with the flush valve? Maybe a clog? Not sure and wanted to try to troubleshoot myself before calling in a plumber.

Thanks for your help!!
Lydia

XenoSapien · Jul 17, 2007, 03:02 AM

Sounds like a possible clog. Does the tub/faucets in this same first level bathroom have slow draining issues too?

XenoSapien

dkd16 · Jul 17, 2007, 05:37 AM

No, the sink seems fine. It is a half bath, so no shower/tub. Should I try plunging or using a snake? Maybe call in Roto-Rooter?

Thanks

XenoSapien · Jul 17, 2007, 05:41 AM

Yah, plunge or snake if you can. If it is still a problem, yah call someone.

XenoSapien

labman · Jul 17, 2007, 10:13 AM

Call the lawyer that did your closing. You may be able to call a plumber and send the bill to the seller. A good reason to have everything in a house working and up to code before selling.



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