The Savvy DIY'er's Handbook: Extending Your Toilet's Warranty
Many times as a seasoned repairman, I've been asked, "So, can I just extend my toilet's warranty?". A question seen as strange asking about the most unsanitary of sanitary fixtures. But hey! Who am I to judge? So, buckle up, DIY'ers – let's plunge down this unconventional rabbit hole.
Understanding Your Current Warranty
Before you consider extending your toilet’s warranty, you must first understand what your existing one entails. A warranty for a toilet typically covers manufacturers’ flaws, malfunctions, or premature deterioration under normal usage. Take some time to read and digest what exactly your manufacturer covers before you think of an upgrade.
Gravitating Towards Extended Warranty
Just like with other items in your household, an extended warranty doesn’t exactly push the warranty that came with your toilet into oblivion – think of it more like adding a protective cloak of invisibility around your sacred throne.
An extended warranty comes with provisions for additional coverage that weren’t initially included. It's like that superhero sidekick who’s always there, backing you up when things get way out of hand.
Unleashing the Power of Extended Warranty
Some extended warranties cover more than just manufacturer faults. They can cover your toilet from damages occurring from wear and tear, defect in materials, or even a bulging Hulk who decides to sit too hard on your throne (I’ve seen it happen!).
Where to Purchase Extended Warranties?
You can often get an extended warranty from your manufacturer or a third-party company. Research thoroughly before making a commitment – just like before adopting a pet rock (you know it's a lifetime commitment, don't you?). After all, you don’t want any nasty surprises when it's too late.
Know the Limits!- Warranty isn’t a Genie
Just like a stubborn genie, a warranty has its limits too. Your warranty isn’t going to cover damages if you’ve been using your toilet as a rocket launching pad for your kid's experiments. It won’t cover instances where a house guest 'accidentally' drops a cell phone in the bowl either.
There are limits to what warranty coverage you get, even when you've paid for an extension. Therefore, make sure to clarify these points with your provider beforehand.
The Hidden Treasure – Maintenance
Do you know what’s even better than an extended warranty? A well-kept and maintained toilet! A toilet can serve you decades if maintained correctly and periodically checked up. Don't know how? Summon your DIY spirit and get started.
Detecting Leakages
Check for any water leakage around the base, seat or tank. If water leaks continuously, not only will your water bill sky-rocket, but it could also mean a vital part of your toilet needs fixing. Summon your inner detective, hunt down those leaks, and send them packing!
Checking Float Mechanism
Your float—wait a second. Not the refreshing beverage you're thinking of, it's the little bobbing device inside your toilet tank—can cause problems if not functioning correctly. Check for any irregularities. Does it bob too high? Or sink too low? Better fix it before it causes a calamity!
Clearing Out Blockages
A clogged toilet is an unhappy toilet. Ensure your throne always runs smoothly, yes, even when your spicy taco Tuesdays decide to wreak havoc.
Wrapping Up: Level Up Your Extended Warranty Game!
Phew! That was a fun ride, wasn’t it? Now you know that while extending your toilet warranty is a possibility, it's not always plain sailing. You need to consider many factors, like the current state of your toilet, maintenance, the fine print coverage, and more. Sometimes, it might even be better to invest in a brand new porcelain throne.
Now, with your newfound knowledge, you can fearlessly ask: "To extend or not to extend, that is the question." And remember: take good care of your toilet, and it'll take good care of you!