Just recently, the team at Home Team Pro tackled a tricky plumbing project at an apartment in Saint Louis. The complex issue at hand – an apparently functional toilet in one unit was causing water damage to the one beneath it. To pinpoint the issue, the team tested the potential source of the problem by flushing the upper toilet multiple times and monitored the moisture increase in the ceiling using a moisture meter. Upon detecting a spike in the moisture levels after each flush, the team then tore up the upper toilet. The discovery of moisture and debris inside the wax ring and discolored wax around the flange confirmed the suspicion.

The wax ring was swiftly replaced with a tall, reinforced model and the toilet reinstalled, finishing off with a slick of white silicone around the base for good measure. The flush test was repeated, only this time no increase in the moisture levels was detected, suggesting the issue had been successfully resolved. The team are set to make a follow-up visit to test the downstairs drywall for excess moisture and make necessary repairs if the area is sufficiently dry. Get an estimate today!