How Do I Raise the Water Level in a Toilet Bowl?
Toilets are designed to hold a certain amount of water in the bowl to make flushing easier on the toilet and the plumbing system. The average amount of water in the bowl can vary, based on when the toilet was made and what kind of toilet it is. Water-saving toilets, for instance, are designed to function with a lower level of water. The level of water is also affected by the toilet tank and the pressure differential between the tank and the bowl.Water Levels in Toilet BowlsWith most toilets, especially newer models, you cannot change the water level. Toilets are designed specifically by manufacturers to hold a certain amount of water, no more and no less. You cannot manually raise or lower this level of water. (The tank is a separate matter and can often be changed within parameters.) Toilets are designed this way for safety and practicality, since adjusting the water in the toilet depends largely on the shape of the toilet itself and not on the plumbing system. If you want to find out