My Commercial Toilet Won't Stop Flushing! What Now?

2/11/2021 (Permalink)

Continually flushing toilet can lead to water damage.

Whether a commercial toilet in a restaurant, sports venue or another location, it probably uses a flushometer. Toilets that use flushometers are different than residential toilets. Typically, they work well, especially for the traffic that they see. However, when something goes wrong with a flushometer, it can cause water to continuously run into the toilet. This can turn into a toilet flood that requires hiring water damage remediation professionals to manage. One of the most common causes of a commercial toilet overflow is when they won't stop flushing. This is known as a never-ending flush.

3 Steps to Stop a Commercial Toilet from Flushing

Stop a toilet that's continually flushing by taking these steps:

1. Turn Off the Water Supply

First, you must shut the water off from the flushometer. You'll need a flathead screwdriver for this job. There may be a cover on the screwdriver slot. If so, you'll have to remove it, too. Turn the screwdriver clockwise until you're sure the water has been successfully shut off.

2. Look for the Cause of the Problem

Discovering the exact cause of the toilet overflow problem could take a while, but there are a few things you can inspect. The bypass hold of the diaphragm assembly could be dirty or damaged. The relief valve or inside cover could also be damaged. The relief valve may not be seated properly. The line water pressure could've dropped, not allowing the valve to close.

3. Try Different Solutions or Replace Parts

Try cleaning sediment off parts that look dirty. Also, try closing the control stop to restore the water pressure. If these methods don't solve the problem, you'll probably need to replace one or more parts.

A commercial toilet that continues to flush non-stop is not usable. Depending on your business, if it's one of your only toilets, it could be a big issue that must be solved immediately. The never-ending flush can also cause a toilet overflow, creating a hazard for your Black Forest, CO, patrons.