How to Change a Fill Valve - Toilet Fill Valve

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Replacing a toilet fill valve is a good project for any homeowner. You will need a large adjustable wrench, a sponge and a small pan.
This video shows the steps on a standard 2 piece toilet.
There are many good fill valves. I like toilet valves that are adjustable. The one I show can be adjusted from 9 to 14 inches in height. So it covers a wide range of toilet tank sizes.
You should be able to complete this project in 30 minutes or less.
This is a great basic skill that every homeowner can do.
The only problem you may run into is a bad shut off valve below the toilet or a bad supply line.
If you have a valve that starts to leak, in most cases you can just tighten the nut  just below the handle to stop the leak.
If the supply line is bad, it is easy to replace.

Flush Valve Repair Kit

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A flush valve repair kit will repair the seat on a flush valve.
If you have replaced a toilet flap and the tank is still leaking into the bowl, you may need to replace the flush valve. An alternative, is the flush valve repair kit. It is a flap and seat combination that you attach to the top of the old seat without removing the tank.
This is an easy fix for old toilets. With the putty provided, you can repair the flush valve without tools.