Toilet Flush Handle Broke Off

Use a soapy scrub sponge to clean any mildewor rust stains off the porcelain around the handle hole.

Toilet flush handle broke off. When the flushing valve becomes visible lift the float as high as it goes and by the effect of this valve the toilet will flush. Flush handles cost as little as 4 and are easy to install. Loosen the mounting nut that attaches the flush handle to the inside of the tank and remove the old handle. Lift the top off of the toilet tank and unhook the chain that s attached to the old handle.

As long as your toilet handle is broken you will be able to use these methods to flush a toilet so it is recommended to leave the lid unscrewed for better handling of the cistern components. Place the lid out of the way on the floor or sturdy table to avoid knocking it onto the floor. These are typically reverse threaded so turn clockwise to remove and counterclockwise to install. Slide the nut back over the arm and hand turn it onto the handle base again remembering that it s likely a left handed thread.

Remove the nut from the new handle and insert the arm into the hole. Locate the knob behind your toilet and turn it. Fixing or replacing a broken flush lever or toilet handle is an easy five minute job that anyone can do.