Whether you are installing new fixtures
or trying to stop leaks in old ones, sometimes the culprit may be the
water supply lines. When you are replacing connectors to your toilet or faucets in the bathroom or kitchen, upgrade to supply lines that take the guesswork out of stopping leaks.
Water supply lines connect the water valve coming through the wall to the fixture's inlet valves. For a toilet, the water supply connector is usually right behind the toilet. In a kitchen or bathroom sink the valves are hidden under the cabinet. For toilets there is only one valve. For faucets
you will have two valves, one for hot water and one for cold. These
valves allow you to turn off the water to the supply lines without
shutting off the water to the entire house. If you do not see a valve
near the fixture, there may be a valve in a crawlspace or mechanical
room for each faucet line. If there is no valve for the individual
faucet, you will have to turn off the water for the whole house.
If you are finding damp spots under the
fixture, a leaking line might be cause. Depending on the age of the
water supply connectors, the line itself or the fitting may fail. The
supply line may split or develop corrosion. The fittings can become
corroded as well, allowing for water to seep around the nut. These kinds
of leaks can be frustrating to track down because there are often no
visual cues indicating the source of the leak.
If you are installing a new toilet
or faucet, it is a good idea to go ahead and install new connectors.
That way you can have peace of mind for many years that the supply lines
won't be a source of leaks. Be careful not to over tighten the nut when
installing a water supply line. That could damage the seal and cause
another leak!
Choose a water hose that is made of
stainless steel. These hoses hold up much better than plastic hoses.
Choose a connector that has a large inside diameter for higher flow
capacity and a 5 year warranty. New water supply lines should be
included in any plumbing fixture repair or installation project in your Toronto home.
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