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Pressure
Assist
These toilets have a
pressure tank inside that works like a big water balloon. Water
fills the tank and is held there under pressure. When the flush
valve opens, pressure and gravity combine for an explosive
flush.
| Pros: |
| •Powerful flush. When it comes to clearing the bowl of
solid waste, pressure-assist models generally outperform other
types. •No sweat. Because water is held inside a pressure tank rather than the porcelain tank, condensation won’t occur on the outside of the toilet. |
| Cons: |
| •Cost. Starting at about $240, pressure-assist models
cost more than some of their cousins. •Repairs. Diagnosing problems, finding parts and making repairs can be a headache. •Noise. Pressure-assist toilets create a loud flush. |
TIP: Pressure-assist toilets are common in public rest-rooms, so you can take one for a test drive at an office or business. Just lift the tank lid and look for the pressure tank to see if it’s a pressure-assist model.
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