What should I do if my toilet won't flush but is not clogged?

If your toilet won’t flush and there’s no clog, the tank parts likely need a quick check. Make sure the shutoff valve is fully open and the tank refills to the marked water line. In many West Lafayette homes, a loose handle chain, misaligned flapper, or disconnected refill tube stops the flush.

Quick checks:

• Open the water valve under the tank.
• Reattach or tighten the handle chain.
• Reseat or replace the flapper.
• Aim the refill tube into the overflow.
• Adjust float so water reaches the fill line.

Updated: 2025-12-30

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