What are the signs of: Toilet constantly running?

You can hear water running in the toilet tank long after the last flush. The toilet occasionally phantom-flushes on its own without anyone using it. Jiggling the flush handle temporarily stops the running sound. Water bill has increased noticeably with no change in household usage. Condensation forms on the outside of the tank from constant cold water flow.

Who to call · Alicante

Toilet constantly running — Alicante, Valencian Community

Q: Who should I call for Toilet constantly running in Alicante?

For this problem in Alicante, call a Loodgieter.

A toilet that never stops running is more than an annoyance — it can waste 200 gallons of water per day and add hundreds of dollars to your utility bill each quarter. The most common cause is a worn-out flapper valve that no longer seals tightly against the flush valve seat, allowing water to trickle continuously from the tank into the bowl. Other frequent culprits include a faulty fill valve that does not shut off at the correct water level, a waterlogged float that sits too low or too high, or a corroded overflow tube. In older toilets the flush handle linkage can also stretch or tangle, holding the flapper partially open. A licensed plumber can diagnose the exact component at fault, replace the flapper, fill valve, or entire flush assembly, and verify that the tank refills to the manufacturer-recommended line without cycling. Addressing the issue promptly prevents wasted water, avoids potential mold growth from constant condensation on the tank, and restores quiet operation to your bathroom.

Waarom dit veel voorkomt in Alicante

Alicante's rapid post-Franco construction boom produced large amounts of housing with PVC and copper plumbing that is now 40–50 years old and prone to joint failure. The city's hard calcareous Mediterranean water causes severe limescale buildup in water heaters and boilers, requiring more frequent descaling than inland Spain. Sea-facing properties experience salt corrosion in exposed copper fittings and valve bodies.

Who to call

For this problem in Alicante, call a: Loodgieter

Vind een Loodgieter in Alicante

Symptoms to look for

You can hear water running in the toilet tank long after the last flush
The toilet occasionally phantom-flushes on its own without anyone using it
Jiggling the flush handle temporarily stops the running sound
Water bill has increased noticeably with no change in household usage
Condensation forms on the outside of the tank from constant cold water flow

Spoeddienst in Alicante

Emergency home services in Alicante are available 24/7 with typical response times of 30–60 minutes. Emergency plumbing and electrical calls cost €50–€120 for the callout plus €30–€55/hour including IVA. Always confirm the provider holds a current certificado de instalador autorizado registered with the GVA.