Rusty or leaking tank bolts need replacing before they fail. Here is the El Paso guide.
The bolts
The bolts hold the tank to the bowl, and the rubber washers seal the holes.
The leak
Water under the tank is usually a worn bolt washer.
The fix
Drain the tank, replace the bolts and washers, and snug them evenly.
The call
A pro can do it without cracking the porcelain. Call 888-217-3585 and El Paso Home Plumbing Co will match you with an El Paso pro.
Plumbing in El Paso: what to know
In El Paso, hard water is common, and summer heat and shifting soils put pressure on underground lines. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across El Paso County — from Sunland Park, Anthony and Socorro to ZIP codes like 79904, 79920, 79906 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
Need a hand in El Paso?
If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and El Paso Home Plumbing Co will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in El Paso.