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Home » DIY FAQs » Plumbing » Toilets » There is water seeping from around the base of my toilet. What do I need to do to solve this problem?

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Your wax gasket is probably not working anymore. This is a simple problem to fix. You need to remove the toilet and install a new wax ring. While you have the toilet off you should go ahead and replace the bolts. Otherwise, it could be a crack in your toilet bowl.
 

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