Rusty or leaking tank bolts need replacing before they fail. Here is the North Charleston 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 North Charleston Plumbing Helpers will match you with a North Charleston pro.
Plumbing in North Charleston: what to know
In North Charleston, hard water is common across the region, and older neighborhoods still have galvanized supply lines. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Charleston County — from Hanahan, Goose Creek and Charleston to ZIP codes like 29404, 29418, 29406 — 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 North Charleston?
If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and North Charleston Plumbing Helpers will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in North Charleston.