Fluidmaster and BrassCraft both sell the fill valves that refill the toilet tank, and the design is similar. The choice is about the adjustability and the price.
The design
Both use a float-cup design that measures the water level and shuts the valve. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Lombard, the design is the standard in most tanks.
The adjust
Both let you adjust the water level, with the Fluidmaster known for an easy twist adjust. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Lombard, the right level sets the flush power.
The install
Both install in minutes without tools, following the same basic steps. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Lombard, a homeowner can swap either.
The price
Both are inexpensive, with the price within a dollar or two. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Lombard, the price difference is minor.
The availability
Fluidmaster is on every shelf, and BrassCraft is nearly as common. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Lombard, either is a quick errand.
The fit
Both fit standard tanks and the same supply threads, so the choice is easy. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Lombard, a pro can confirm the fit.
The call
Refill the tank reliably. Call 888-217-3585 and Lombard Plumbing Pros will match you with a Lombard pro for the repair.
Plumbing in Lombard: what to know
In Lombard, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across DuPage County — from Villa Park, Glen Ellyn and Addison to ZIP codes like 60148, 60181, 60137 — 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.
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