How to Fix a Running Toilet

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  • Опубликовано: 13 май 2020
  • How to Fix a Running Toilet
    This is how you fix most toilets that won't stop running.
    It is more than likely that the flapper isn't sealing properly. It gets a little more complicated (and the video would be a lot longer) if it is the float valve, so you should start by swapping out the flapper.
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  • @davidortiz3015
    @davidortiz3015 4 года назад +5745

    This guy just adopted the whole internet

  • @dannyblue2178
    @dannyblue2178 4 года назад +2946

    It’s 3 AM and I’m learning how to fix a broken toilet... and I don’t have a broken toilet.

  • @HanhNguyen-vj1pb
    @HanhNguyen-vj1pb 4 года назад +2192

    In the end when he said “Alright you got this.”

    • @kotyfoster4534
      @kotyfoster4534 4 года назад +94

      That ending was so wholesome. It's like playing an old family video you found of your parents cheering you on for your first steps or your first bike ride.

    • @bethfoster803
      @bethfoster803 3 года назад +12

      I think this is wonderful

    • @angelkotilainen
      @angelkotilainen 3 года назад +20

      I love him ♥ ♥ He makes me feel capable :)

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  • @callieharris3465
    @callieharris3465 4 года назад +508

    I just cried watching a man fix a toilet. I lost my dad 5 years ago, and I am so happy that this man can provide this much needed caring advice to those who need it. Keep doing good work. We need more people like you in this world. ❤️

  • @danielmartinez3794
    @danielmartinez3794 4 года назад +2557

    When you said “you got this” it made me cry because I never got the chance to hear it from my dad

  • @amnabaloch1074
    @amnabaloch1074 4 года назад +1798

    He’s so pure and wholesome. We must protect him at all costs people.

    • @syedqasimraza2939
      @syedqasimraza2939 4 года назад +3

      I agree with the wholesome part

    • @Ravikumar-wy2dj
      @Ravikumar-wy2dj 4 года назад +2

      🔥

    • @Escalanterdz
      @Escalanterdz 4 года назад +2

      protect from who? could you explain me?

    • @MPurpleshark33
      @MPurpleshark33 4 года назад +2

      Absofreakinglutely!

    • @yann9959
      @yann9959 4 года назад +9

      Alejandro Escalante Just protect him not from someone just that he is awesome

  • @waffleiron7740
    @waffleiron7740 4 года назад +810

    My toilet’s fine and I watched the whole video. What is this sorcery.

  • @christiangrosen1979
    @christiangrosen1979 4 года назад +21

    I actually think this channel is the reason RUclips was invented. I´m 35 and had a dad that taught me all these things. I even showed my dad this channel aged 63 and he was like: "Thats a cool dad".

  • @servantofChrist3
    @servantofChrist3 4 года назад +1905

    He looks like the type of guy who'd bring his child's entire class cupcakes on their birthday.

    • @Mukkod
      @Mukkod 4 года назад +23

      and theres nothin fuckin wrong with that

    • @volknner1603
      @volknner1603 4 года назад +8

      Don't most people do that for their birthday in elementary school?

    • @rachellerockel
      @rachellerockel 4 года назад +4

      My dad did that

    • @roj6895
      @roj6895 4 года назад +4

      Volknner nah i was one of the kids who never had cupcakes or cookies at school on their birthday

    • @bellaamor4618
      @bellaamor4618 4 года назад +1

      Doesn’t everyone lol be kinda rude not to

  • @melodydelmindo9252
    @melodydelmindo9252 4 года назад +1152

    My dad died last year. He is usually our go to person when something in the house stopped working. I cried in the first 5 seconds of this video. I miss my dad. I hope everyone who reads this might want to pat their dad at the back or at least give them a nod, if they are overseas or far away, send them a Hi or a good night. It's hard when you miss someone but it's harder when you miss them and there is no way to see them any sooner.

    • @TheBestGizmo
      @TheBestGizmo 4 года назад +32

      Annnnd I'm calling my pops now.

    • @mitt2742
      @mitt2742 4 года назад +19

      I'm sorry just know he loved you

    • @jennarae1826
      @jennarae1826 4 года назад +16

      I just seen this and messaged my dad with a random "I love you and am grateful for you." He said I'm not allowed to make him cry on first dates anymore 😬😬 whoops.
      Thanks for reminding me❤.

    • @Thugnificc
      @Thugnificc 4 года назад +5

      Condolences homie

    • @sarahkrammes58
      @sarahkrammes58 4 года назад +10

      Lost my Dad in 2016. It's like you lost part of your whole soul. These make me so too. 💕 you're not alone.

  • @datguymiller
    @datguymiller 3 года назад +304

    Can you just make a vid saying "im proud of you and I love you"

  • @durnehviir7044
    @durnehviir7044 3 года назад +30

    I do have a father but he's an abuser.
    This channel has helped me a lot because I live alone
    Thank you ❤

  • @moncutz68
    @moncutz68 4 года назад +11592

    I learned about this channel from Reddit. Such wholesome, you're doing an awesome job dad

  • @israelpnmjpena732
    @israelpnmjpena732 4 года назад +682

    So, this is how having a dad feels...

    • @Fabiana-xk3wd
      @Fabiana-xk3wd 4 года назад +12

      when i tell u i FELT THAT

    • @norrislui
      @norrislui 4 года назад +24

      He is the dad we never had

    • @killinfilms879
      @killinfilms879 4 года назад +3

      Its nothing that can be matched by a youtube video

    • @williampruitt9727
      @williampruitt9727 4 года назад

      We are on the same level rn

  • @Dina_Magdy_world
    @Dina_Magdy_world 4 года назад +200

    Every one needs to send you cards for father's day

  • @dottiebrehm3650
    @dottiebrehm3650 4 года назад +186

    I’ve had a replacement flapper sitting by a toilet to which I’ve had the water turned off for a ridiculously long time b/c I didn’t know how to do the swap. Rather than listen to the water keep filling, I just took it out of service. Happily it’s not the only toilet so another has been available ... but when I watched this video, my toilet was back in business in less than two minutes. Thanks - from a widow who has added yet another skill to the repertoire!

  • @untitledtwat1880
    @untitledtwat1880 4 года назад +830

    Hey Dad, now you gotta deal with all of your new children from r/teenagers

    • @anaaagdl
      @anaaagdl 4 года назад +39

      I found out about him on a Facebook post.. I was already teary eyed.. then saw your comment.. that did it! 😭 lol

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      @colindowling7594 4 года назад +6

      R/nextf*uckinglevel is here aswell 👑👑

    • @Alexo-nd4or
      @Alexo-nd4or 4 года назад +2

      Turdboi420 and r/chadsriseup too👑

    • @OldManJenkins69
      @OldManJenkins69 4 года назад +3

      came here from /r/mademesmile 👑👑

    • @isaacgaleao
      @isaacgaleao 4 года назад +4

      And a random shitposting brazilian page from twitter too
      Hey there siblings ^^

  • @p-acote9535
    @p-acote9535 4 года назад +1864

    Hey ! I'm the guy who posted your story on Reddit ! It got 11k upvotes in 3h ! Sadly Reddit's algorithm stopped showing the post to people. Your daugther saw my post. I recommand you to go take a look in the comments of my post. All the positivity from the people its incredible. Thanks a lot for what you are doing. You are so awesome ! I did my part trying to get you known so you can help more people. You are amazing ! Keep it up. We need more people like you in the world

    • @DadhowdoI
      @DadhowdoI  4 года назад +470

      Thanks for the help getting this out there! 👍 I could have used it myself when I was younger, just trying to pass on some of what I have learned. 🙏 The amount of love, support & kindness I have received is beyond what I can comprehend! 🤯
      Are you able to send me a link to the Reddit comments?

    • @p-acote9535
      @p-acote9535 4 года назад +60

      @@DadhowdoI Here's the link to my post ! www.reddit.com/r/nextfuckinglevel/comments/gkxnls/this_dad_is_awesome/?

    • @tanitagar3890
      @tanitagar3890 4 года назад +31

      I follow r/howto . That’s where I came here from: www.reddit.com/r/howto/comments/gl61z9/hope_this_is_a_howto_helpful_resource/?. You’re doing an awesome thing, thanks!

    • @DadhowdoI
      @DadhowdoI  4 года назад +73

      Thanks Aitana! 🙏

    • @MasayaShida
      @MasayaShida 4 года назад +24

      @@DadhowdoI hey I saw the post on reddit and I wanna help you with creating a website and logos and stuff. Please check your email.

  • @MTG_Ronin
    @MTG_Ronin 3 года назад +167

    Just found out about your channel. I grew up without a father. I am 40, a father, and don’t need your help.... but I’m here to say I love what you’re doing. I had to teach myself everything. Still learning. Cheers.

  • @DanSh0wSt0pper
    @DanSh0wSt0pper 4 года назад +66

    "You got this" 😭😭. That did get me right in the feels

  • @wynncekeilryooko7030
    @wynncekeilryooko7030 4 года назад +195

    his father left when he was 12, now he has a RUclips channel called “Dad, how do I?” to help kids who’re growing up without dads. teaching them basic tasks that you’d usually ask your dad for help on. 🥺 GUYS THIS IS MAKING ME CRY

    • @Kate-mw1px
      @Kate-mw1px 4 года назад +1

      i'm crying right now

  • @unnamedperson2679
    @unnamedperson2679 4 года назад +587

    I was raised without a father, my mother was a single parent. I’ve always dreamed of having a real father figure. These videos made me cry, purely because I find these to be so heartwarming. Thank you for doing this. You have no idea how much this means to a lot of folks out there. Myself included!

    • @amylee4371
      @amylee4371 4 года назад +21

      I am a single mom to raise two kids, never know how to teach my daughter & son on all these unique techniques. These definitely will save a lot of money to hire a handy man to do the job s for us. Thank you & looking forward for more videos from you dad😘😘

    • @lvrodas23
      @lvrodas23 4 года назад +1

      Same💜

  • @xoxtwod8566
    @xoxtwod8566 4 года назад +28

    This dad is gonna be a dad of millions

  • @maddiej4874
    @maddiej4874 Год назад +23

    PROTECT THIS MAN AT ALL COSTS!!!

  • @mycameraroll698
    @mycameraroll698 4 года назад +1323

    My toilet isn’t even broken, this just looked interesting

    • @SugarRushan
      @SugarRushan 3 года назад +2

      Mines neither

    • @ybbahsetteval
      @ybbahsetteval 3 года назад +3

      Same. I just adore him

    • @shawnannul
      @shawnannul 3 года назад +4

      This is my first video of his. I just wanted to see what his videos were like and now I'm off to watch the rest. We're going to be alright, guys

    • @angelkotilainen
      @angelkotilainen 3 года назад

      Same lol but when they do go it's kinda stressful so good to know. I'm gonna order some parts now for spares just in case :)

    • @vonthedon91
      @vonthedon91 3 года назад

      At least you learned something new

  • @shawndurham297
    @shawndurham297 4 года назад +552

    Our “dad” has already hit 1 million. You’re a legend. God bless you!

  • @XenoTravis
    @XenoTravis 4 года назад +11

    Have a PhD in computer science... Still needs these videos

  • @philipsheppard-yq7nq
    @philipsheppard-yq7nq Год назад +32

    I have never lost my dad, but you are so so so so so so so kind to do this for people without dads and I love that. Keep up the good work!

  • @ChiyokoMcNair
    @ChiyokoMcNair 4 года назад +127

    “It was a dad joke opportunity, and if I had missed it, you would’ve wondered about me.“ 😂

  • @druscillax1657
    @druscillax1657 4 года назад +800

    The concept of this channel is so sweet 😭❤️ I’m pregnant with a boy who’s father decided to not be around, so this is very helpful for me and will be for my boy in the future. WE APPRECIATE YOU ❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @cessilv6289
      @cessilv6289 4 года назад +46

      Virtual hug for you, Momma!

    • @vicfern
      @vicfern 4 года назад +34

      Your baby is gonna grow up with an amazing strong mom

    • @druscillax1657
      @druscillax1657 4 года назад +18

      Victoria Fernandez Got me tearing up 😭 Thank you, sweetness! ❤️❤️

    • @druscillax1657
      @druscillax1657 4 года назад +13

      ces silv thank you! ❤️❤️❤️

    • @justjulie5386
      @justjulie5386 4 года назад +3

      Shit, girl. We all have a dad with this guy around.. 😂
      Bad joke. Much love to you

  • @Nicolein78
    @Nicolein78 3 года назад +1

    Wanted to come back and say this single gal went out and bought the items and came home and fixed BOTH running toilets. So proud of myself. Thank you so much.

    • @DadhowdoI
      @DadhowdoI  3 года назад +1

      That is awesome Nicolein! 👌 👏 👏❤🙏

  • @ajvargas9528
    @ajvargas9528 3 года назад +1

    I randomly watched this video around a year ago while checking out his channel, and now here I am with a running toilet in need of a guide. Thanks Dad!

  • @teclinsoro4523
    @teclinsoro4523 4 года назад +235

    i’m crying over a man fixing a running toilet hahaha trauma really does mess you up

    • @isaacgaleao
      @isaacgaleao 4 года назад +8

      I feel sorry for you
      Hope your trauma gets better with the time

  • @iVideo1011
    @iVideo1011 4 года назад +234

    Mark my words: this channel is going to explode!

    • @dillon7981
      @dillon7981 4 года назад +17

      Already has lol, from 50k subs to 230k overnight. He deserves every bit of it

    • @iVideo1011
      @iVideo1011 4 года назад +8

      @@dillon7981 Pales in comparison to what this channel's potential has

    • @LessThanThree76
      @LessThanThree76 4 года назад +5

      dillon Tnx for this info. Was just wondering how many suns he were at before Reddit. That’s awesome! And well deserved! ❤️

    • @fawvertyler
      @fawvertyler 4 года назад +5

      Yes it’s going viral right now

    • @s.melonita4454
      @s.melonita4454 4 года назад +1

      Found it through insta and in the screenshot it said 1.4k subscribers! Love it!

  • @ericacantu1177
    @ericacantu1177 4 года назад +11

    I’m now a single mom to 2 little boys (5 & 8). I have this exact issue and I’m excited to be able to teach them this. Thank you for doing this.

  • @decemberhendrickson3041
    @decemberhendrickson3041 3 года назад +24

    I grew up without my parents, my kids don't have their Dad. This channel is heartwarming. It's amazing how you need your parents your whole life. I'm 40 and I still miss them as much as I did when I was a kid.

  • @austinchaseee
    @austinchaseee 4 года назад +401

    Didn’t have a dad growing up this is SUCH a good idea, so many moments of learning missed growing up and something like this is so positive and just...good... thank you

    • @fawvertyler
      @fawvertyler 4 года назад +1

      Same

    • @jeanamariemallay2728
      @jeanamariemallay2728 4 года назад +2

      I feel this so much. My dad wasn't the best parent or person so my mom got me out of there when I was only a baby. This is such a wholesome RUclips page

    • @austinchaseee
      @austinchaseee 4 года назад +2

      Jeana Marie Mallay that’s what happened to me and that’s why I believe something like this is so important... for the people who get misunderstood when they simply just didn’t have the guidance...

    • @Azepam
      @Azepam 4 года назад

      @@austinchaseee were all in this together..

  • @brooke4608
    @brooke4608 4 года назад +560

    My dad doesn’t give a crap about me nor does he want anything to do with me or my siblings so thanks for this video it helps a lot EDIT: damn Judging on the amount of likes none of us got dads 😳😳🧚‍♀️✨

    • @brooke4608
      @brooke4608 4 года назад +8

      Internet Dad thanks internet dad 🥺

    • @tragictea9198
      @tragictea9198 4 года назад +4

      Brother???

    • @brooke4608
      @brooke4608 4 года назад +4

      Tragic Tea oh my- it’s you...I can’t believe it 😳

    • @angelrodriguez3466
      @angelrodriguez3466 4 года назад +2

      But son I love you so much

    • @brooke4608
      @brooke4608 4 года назад +2

      Angel Rodriguez dad NO stop stalking my RUclips account 😡😡😡😡

  • @alexandriatucker3481
    @alexandriatucker3481 4 года назад +14

    Just teared up over this guy showing me how to fix my running toilet (tried to catch it, was too fast.) My parents divorced when I was 3, and again at 5. Thanks for going through these little things they mean a lot. Thank you 💕💕

  • @rolandomota6485
    @rolandomota6485 4 года назад +1

    Man my dad just had brain arteriovenous malformation (AVM a tangle of abnormal blood vessels connecting arteries and veins in the brain.) and two minor strokes last year. He’s doing fine thank God, but after his surgery he now has trouble speaking and trouble moving his right arm. So sometimes it’s a little difficult communicating with him like I once did before .. he’s a jack of all trades master of none in a sense ...that man is one wise intelligent man.... watching these videos makes wish I would of payed more attention or asked for more advice with everyday problems...especially now that I’m a home owner and facing all these grown man everyday issues..😢

  • @carolinecummings635
    @carolinecummings635 4 года назад +1343

    i've had a dad for 17 years. i've had you for 6 hours. you've taught me more in the last 6 hours than my own father has in 17 years. thank you.

    • @scottcte
      @scottcte 4 года назад +66

      Sadly, this is very, very relatable with me as well.

    • @susanrobertson1164
      @susanrobertson1164 4 года назад +13

      fuck fathers day i was raised on back slaps and raped by my father.....i hate god for letting him do that

    • @malware0427
      @malware0427 4 года назад +3

      Facts

    • @fabiocxx
      @fabiocxx 4 года назад +3

      Felt

    • @YUANXIAOXIAOA0090594
      @YUANXIAOXIAOA0090594 4 года назад +25

      susan robertson please report to the police!!! That should never happen to you!!!

  • @ShaniaRose
    @ShaniaRose 4 года назад +267

    My father hasn’t had anything to do with me basically my whole life. This channel is so helpful and I’m gonna call you my internet dad (if that’s okay with you) 🥺

    • @waterheaterservices
      @waterheaterservices 4 года назад +8

      Oh dear. Sorry to hear that. Men lose a most precious thing in all of life when they do that. At 60 I adopted a 15 year old girl who needed a dad as much as I needed a daughter. I thank God for her. Wishing you blessings.

    • @miaomiao07
      @miaomiao07 4 года назад

      Same. Hence we have to learn and walk the path on our own. I'm grateful for friends and loved ones around me.

  • @29riverad
    @29riverad 4 года назад +33

    I learned about your channel from a link in Maria Shriver's "Sunday Paper." You were listed as her, "Yippee Moment of the Week." This is such a great channel...not just for those who need father figures, but for widows who were used to having their husbands as the go to fix-it guy. "Honey....How do I....?" What you're doing is amazing. With everything going on in the world right now, it's inspiring to see people like you bringing light into people's lives. You are such a gift! Thank you!

  • @jacksonlewis6363
    @jacksonlewis6363 2 года назад +44

    The only reason I clicked on this video is so I could say that the work that you do for others is mind-blowing. That you used a platform to give others the skills that they might never have been taught is such a respectable and generous thing to do and it blows my mind. If the whole world was half as good as you it would be a better place. Thank you.

  • @kylielove5904
    @kylielove5904 4 года назад +33

    I doubt you’ll see this, but I feel as though it needs to be said: Thank you. Thank you from a 19 year old girl who grew up never knowing her dad, the one who’s still embarrassed because she doesn’t know how to ride a bike or check the oil in her car. My moms tried to teach me everything, but there’s only so much she can do. I grew up never having a clue what asking your dad little questions felt like, so I thank you for giving me a glimpse into the “normal,” it really does mean the world.

  • @TheInternetsJanitor
    @TheInternetsJanitor 4 года назад +162

    Me: This channel can’t replace having a real dad.
    **20 seconds into the video**
    Me: oh never mind.
    Subbed.

  • @tzone777221
    @tzone777221 4 года назад

    I don't believe in coincidences. I saw you this morning for a reason. Firstly, I want to thank you for sharing these videos. Secondly, you gave me good memories of my Dad, who passed July 4, 2002; who used to show me DIY things around the house, and thirdly, now I can help my husband around the house more with DIY projects. God bless you richly!!

  • @Mae-iw5nm
    @Mae-iw5nm 3 года назад +1

    We had a running toilet for a long time. My husband replaced the flapper, and it still didn’t fix it. I watched your video, tightened the chain and voila! Fixed! Thanks Dad!

  • @hermannilehto2414
    @hermannilehto2414 4 года назад +2304

    Why did everyone like this comment?

    • @resol_beats
      @resol_beats 4 года назад +17

      Hermanni Lehto for the sake of this channel yes sir

    • @Mikelovesheelys
      @Mikelovesheelys 4 года назад +10

      He had no reason to go that hard with the joke tho 🔥

    • @otmzayy907
      @otmzayy907 4 года назад +3

      Mike Johannesen I’m sayin🔥🔥

    • @catherinem5911
      @catherinem5911 4 года назад +4

      His dad jokes are adorable. I laugh every time.

    • @chloekim6401
      @chloekim6401 4 года назад +8

      I don’t have a broken toilet but why i am crying while i am watching this video.... i just can’t stop crying :(

  • @Epsidawn
    @Epsidawn 4 года назад +272

    When he says: "You got this!" at the end. 😃🤧😭

    • @joya.p.9768
      @joya.p.9768 4 года назад +1

      Best part ❤️

    • @NosajKnows
      @NosajKnows 4 года назад +1

      Your choice of emoji really tells a story..... 😭

  • @sarahg5674
    @sarahg5674 3 года назад +18

    This is fantastic. I’m an adult (recently separated) and doing all the things on my own now. Never too old to need some help from Dad!

  • @carolrogan9189
    @carolrogan9189 4 года назад +3

    I saw him on the nightly news. I lost my Dad in 2005. He was the one I always called. I'm so thankful I found you. Thank you.

  • @phillipgarcia8714
    @phillipgarcia8714 4 года назад +204

    “Alright, u got this”. That’s the best part what a dad. Truly an underrated channel but it’s growing quickly over 450k in 3 months. Awesome and thank u

  • @yana212
    @yana212 4 года назад +94

    We have to get him something for father's day !

    • @tokinsiders1150
      @tokinsiders1150 4 года назад +8

      yess, definitely have to send something in his p.o. box

  • @rinthesda8528
    @rinthesda8528 4 года назад +4

    I came here because of how wholesome. I have a dad, however he’s 3 hours away and he’s even further from tech savvy. Lol AND he keeps forgetting to fix my running toilet when he visits but now I can totally do it myself!! I literally went, “OH WOW! That IS easy!” Thank you so so much for this and for the encouraging and uplifting way you’re helping us all. 🥰 We could all do a little more, whether providing one more smile or a helpful tip, and this is the best proof I’ve seen yet.

  • @macyzimmerman
    @macyzimmerman 4 года назад +11

    My dad just moved 7 hours away from my family for his new job and our toilets been broken for a couple weeks now. He can’t show me how to fix it but luckily I found this video that describes everything perfectly! Thank you for your videos and for being the helpful dad we all need!

  • @tahirmalik8201
    @tahirmalik8201 4 года назад +57

    My father died when i was 14, I'm 23 now with hardly any clue on how to do any of this. I'm happy you exist.

  • @hueyfreeman4704
    @hueyfreeman4704 4 года назад +396

    You’re my dad now....... My dad’s a youtuber

  • @hereforthelaughs992
    @hereforthelaughs992 3 года назад +1

    I had this problem in 2 of my apartments, my landlord did not care, I had a technician over 3 times. Spent so much money and time, you are the best. Thank you.

  • @AelaDeCosta
    @AelaDeCosta 3 года назад +1

    My dad passed away in 2017 and your videos have helped me learn so much. Thank you for all you do!

  • @TOMASjBARTON
    @TOMASjBARTON 4 года назад +67

    Why does this make me feel like crying? ...I grew up without a Dad.

  • @brunodiaz588
    @brunodiaz588 4 года назад +365

    When you said “Ok, you got this!” At the end, reminded me of my dad, he died in 2016 when I was 17 years old.

    • @isaacgaleao
      @isaacgaleao 4 года назад +23

      ...
      These comments are so heavy
      Sorry, brother

    • @brunodiaz588
      @brunodiaz588 4 года назад +8

      @@isaacgaleao I've been trying to deal with it ever since, never tought I'd loose him being too young.

    • @isaacgaleao
      @isaacgaleao 4 года назад +5

      @@brunodiaz588 I can imagine that...
      I'm really sorry
      I hope you have a really happy life to make him proud wherever he is

    • @kaidenzworld
      @kaidenzworld 4 года назад +4

      i'm sorry for your loss

    • @brunodiaz588
      @brunodiaz588 4 года назад +13

      @@isaacgaleao At first I thought of suicide, but then I reconsidered and I'm glad about it. A year after his loss I apllied for a job in which I been 2 and a half years, got promoted and also been helping my mom economically, I even became "the man of the house" so this kind man's videos have helped me a lot. Sorry for sharing all of this, I just dont have nobody to talk about my achievements.

  • @TonyFairFax72
    @TonyFairFax72 4 года назад

    I never had a Dad. Thanks being my new Dad. Happy Father's day Dad.

  • @lootedo5824
    @lootedo5824 4 года назад +75

    That’s the first dad joke I’ve ever heard. Crazy what not having a dad is like.

  • @daryllblackburn6900
    @daryllblackburn6900 4 года назад +162

    I’m a single mom with two small kids; my dad left when I was three. With that in mind Im always scared to call a maintenance person, can be costly! AND I JUST FIXED MY TOILET 🚽! Glad I found this 🤗 THANK YOU 🙏🏻

  • @shortfusexoxo1
    @shortfusexoxo1 4 года назад +189

    You remind me of my dad. Do a “how to balance your checkbook” or “how to build your credit” episode!! Pleeeease 🙏🏻 This channel is so important because dads are so important.

    • @fawvertyler
      @fawvertyler 4 года назад +5

      And us dads now that had shit dads don’t know a thing so this guy is absolutely amazing

  • @mckenzieanna2013
    @mckenzieanna2013 2 года назад +1

    I’ve been asking my dad how to do this for weeks now. Thanks for your help RUclips dad 💕

  • @RockinRobin9
    @RockinRobin9 4 года назад

    Thank you!!! I just paid a plumber $100 to change a flapper!! I'm going to watch your channel and it will save me lots of money!

  • @jalfrezi3602
    @jalfrezi3602 4 года назад +108

    Him saying "You got this!" at the end was amazing and so encouraging. I have a similar story to yours, my dad left me and my mom when I was 11, that was 3 years ago. You truly are helping hundreds of thousands of people with this channel. Keep up the great work!

    • @lazydog223
      @lazydog223 4 года назад +1

      Bless you and your family and all things you work for!

    • @decksteroussnail
      @decksteroussnail 4 года назад +1

      That was also extremely heartwarming. I lost my dad to cancer 10 years ago. So I had to pick some basic know how around the house and with the car that he'd normally be able to help me with.

  • @lilastroofficial4566
    @lilastroofficial4566 4 года назад +288

    Who else doesn’t have a dad, & find this channel Great for learning things we
    We’re never taught ?
    I’m definitely subbing.
    Soon I’ll be the best Dad to my Babygirl Ever !

  • @michaelmeloche9207
    @michaelmeloche9207 4 года назад +8

    Hey, I lost my father when I was 14 to cancer (I'm 28 now) and just so happen to have this problem with the second bathroom in our house, we haven't used it in a few weeks. Thank you so much for showing me how simple it is to fix. You have invoked a level of confidence in me to do it myself. Take your new subscriber

  • @sreshthamishra2461
    @sreshthamishra2461 4 года назад +3

    You have all the respect I can possibly give out to somebody. Kids we need to protect this man at all costs.

  • @hannaolson7449
    @hannaolson7449 4 года назад +15

    I love that he reassures "you got this!" at the end. So wholesome!

  • @kenbaggs3741
    @kenbaggs3741 4 года назад +815

    I love what you're doing here man. I recently bought a house and I never mowed a lawn before. You think you can do a video on lawnmowers?

    • @annesiren
      @annesiren 4 года назад +36

      Hey, congrats on the house! I don’t know if you have a mower, but for what it’s worth: I hadn’t mowed a lawn since I was like 10 and my dad started the gas mower for me. A few weeks ago I bought an Ego brand battery mower. About $600, which was a bit of a stretch for me, but it’s dead simple to use, cut my overgrown grass like a beast, and doesn’t require maintenance. Wirecutter has a good review.

    • @Andrea_Weird
      @Andrea_Weird 4 года назад +3

      Look up Silver Cymbal’s channel- great lawncare and mechanical maintenance content, there.

    • @jajajdjdjdj6434
      @jajajdjdjdj6434 4 года назад

      Did you not have to do chores or did you live in a flat or something?

    • @xvaldez3284
      @xvaldez3284 4 года назад

      Lawnmowers are fairly easy and straightforward to use. Just make sure its empty before you store it away for the winter cause gas expires and while it can still run it will gum up your lawnmower and shorten its lifespan. I remember when I brought out the lawnmower after winter a few years back and it was really hard to get it running and when I finally did get it running it was puffing out black smoke like a steam engine and would whine and die if it had trouble cutting the grass. It started working again after a while but hasn't been the same since. Also on the topic of winter care purge your sprinkler system before winter comes so water doesn't freeze in the pipes and cause them to burst or anything not sure how many people do it but it's better safe than sorry.

    • @xKittenKissesx
      @xKittenKissesx 4 года назад

      Same, my dude. I’m also allergic to grass so we’ll see how that goes 🤔

  • @katiek301
    @katiek301 4 года назад +27

    Our “dad” has really good dad jokes 😂❤️

  • @indigo-streak9912
    @indigo-streak9912 4 года назад +3

    I've had my father for 16 years. I've only known you from two videos, yet you've taught me more about stuff than my father ever did.
    Thanks dad.

  • @benkay1026
    @benkay1026 4 года назад +206

    Hello, man. I just wanted to thank you because I grew up without a dad and you're helping me so much to learn how to do things. My mom has always been too busy to teach me stuff but has done her absolute best.
    I'm always very attentive when watching your videos and now that I'm finally writing this, I'm tearing up a little. Thanks a lot dude. Have a good day and I love your silly dad jokes.

    • @DadhowdoI
      @DadhowdoI  4 года назад +28

      Glad to help Ben, thanks for the kind words. 🙏

    • @brandydeleon6043
      @brandydeleon6043 4 года назад +2

      same I read the backstory and am sobbing now

    • @goldeneaspring9838
      @goldeneaspring9838 4 года назад

      @@brandydeleon6043 same here..

  • @udaho9267
    @udaho9267 4 года назад +20

    ❤️ my dad died when I was 21. 12 years later I have tons of questions for him. He could make my car act right with a stern look lol. Thank you for your videos.

  • @jagchitaro
    @jagchitaro 4 года назад

    I am a water repair shop in Kyoto, Japan.
    Many people will be saved in this video.
    It is very wonderful.
    I can't speak, but I looked up English in the translation function and commented English.

  • @laurenlang4110
    @laurenlang4110 4 года назад +1

    Thank you so much for posting these videos. My toilet tank cracked in the middle of the night and started leaking water everywhere, but because of this video I knew how to turn off the water and prevent the situation from getting much worse. Thank you again! Happy Father's Day!

  • @winston7671
    @winston7671 4 года назад +106

    You know my man, I’m a handyman myself. One with his father still in the picture. I may not need all your advice but, I learned about your page off Reddit and this was too genuine for me to not give you another subscriber. Keep doing you, the world needs it.

    • @priyeshdoorga6958
      @priyeshdoorga6958 4 года назад +4

      same here... i know all the trades but still this dude deserve another subscriber.

    • @servantofChrist3
      @servantofChrist3 4 года назад +1

      Agreed!

  • @lora5990
    @lora5990 4 года назад +290

    Omg, I've literally just been turning the water to my toilet off for months. Thank you! Do you have a P.O. Box, I want to send you a father's day card lol.

    • @evelynpageau2292
      @evelynpageau2292 4 года назад +36

      OMG can you imagine how many fathers day cards this man is going to get??!!!! The world needs a video of him receiving so much love

    • @_cyy023
      @_cyy023 4 года назад +4

      Yess me too!!! Now I'm going to fix it 😂

    • @manuelrodriguez9786
      @manuelrodriguez9786 4 года назад +1

      OMG Me too!!, now I feel dumb knowing it was something so easy to fix

    • @ca._picasso
      @ca._picasso 4 года назад +1

      Me too I think I might go fix it 😭

  • @JamesBond-ir4bj
    @JamesBond-ir4bj 2 года назад +1

    As a man who grew up with out a father
    You are a man amongst men

  • @worthylacsican1653
    @worthylacsican1653 4 года назад +2

    Thanks for all the advice dad, you've helped a TON of your sons and daughters (that's us) bless you and just know you're a blessing to the world. Keep up the amazing work dad.

  • @charliemurray4898
    @charliemurray4898 4 года назад +190

    I lost my dad when I was 4 and stepdad when I was 8 I'm 15 now and the only good father figure was my dad so I've never had a good father figure thank you for this. I may be crying but it's tear of happiness and sadness. Happiness because of people like you sad because I will never get these life lessons from my dad

    • @xstoofpeer
      @xstoofpeer 4 года назад +3

      Hang in there buddy, I never knew my dad and my stepdads were all douchebags

    • @charliemurray4898
      @charliemurray4898 4 года назад +2

      @@xstoofpeer Sounds rough hope things get better and I try but it gets a bit annoying when I'm known as the girl with the dead dad in both primary and secondary school

    • @servantofChrist3
      @servantofChrist3 4 года назад +2

      God bless you. Just know you can find a perfect father figure in God, through Jesus Christ. As a 16 year old, I believe you can be great in life, and I know your dad is proud of you as he smiles of joy in Heaven.

    • @xstoofpeer
      @xstoofpeer 4 года назад

      @@servantofChrist3 I personally found a father figure, or a guideline on how to live life, not necesarily just in God but by the universe in general. I view everything around me with a curious eye, and by trying new things and looking for new experiences outside of my comfort zone I learn more about myself and how the world works.

    • @Ahdjjdiocdjd
      @Ahdjjdiocdjd 4 года назад

      @@servantofChrist3 classic religious talk, praying on the weak, next time think before you give such stupid advice, shame on you

  • @oliviaspyrka5702
    @oliviaspyrka5702 4 года назад +85

    my dad died when i was 9 and i'm estranged from the rest of my family so this is nice. thanks dad if i can call you that

    • @grettalisacaylen4793
      @grettalisacaylen4793 4 года назад +4

      sorry for your loss 🥺💕

    • @CaileyAnn02
      @CaileyAnn02 4 года назад +3

      My condolences, hugs to you

    • @ashy_1999
      @ashy_1999 4 года назад +1

      many hugs, thanks for your effort ❤️

  • @jaleesawatson721
    @jaleesawatson721 10 месяцев назад +1

    Dude! I watched this video years ago but tonight I had a running toilet in a residents room I care for and maintenance doesn’t get in until tomorrow, I remembered this video and took a look in the tank to see if I could figure it out and I did! It was an easy fix but without watching this video I would have never even thought, “hmm maybe I know something about that let me look” So thankyou so much!!!❤❤

  • @kinniekinz3460
    @kinniekinz3460 4 года назад

    This channel means so much to me. You’re the most kind hearted man on this earth. Keep being you, stay safe, thank you so much!

  • @AkatsukiCookies
    @AkatsukiCookies 4 года назад +15

    This seems really stupid but I genuinely tear up watching these. I just found this channel through Tumblr and read the reason you started your channel. I think it's so amazing you're making videos like this for people. You're such a beautiful soul. Thank you, internet dad.

  • @koalasnuggz
    @koalasnuggz 4 года назад +7

    I already have a great dad, but always have room in my heart for another. Hope you know you've been adopted by at least 3k other people.
    Love you dad!

  • @martaszu1372
    @martaszu1372 4 года назад

    this is the best channel ! Thank you for being a great dad!
    my dad never felt to teach me stuff and I was always lacking this in my life. This is such a heart warming channel

  • @9xanthekid
    @9xanthekid 4 года назад +86

    No one is aloud to say anything about our dad, we must protect him at all costs

  • @osrsken4586
    @osrsken4586 4 года назад +151

    Next video: essential tools that everyone should have around the house for basic fixes!

    • @DadhowdoI
      @DadhowdoI  4 года назад +111

      I am going to start doing "Tool 🔧 Tuesday" where I cover some basic tools each week. 😃👍

    • @AnonymousMerchant
      @AnonymousMerchant 4 года назад +7

      @@DadhowdoI I totally need that! Even if I'd still have contact with my "dad", he definitely wouldn't have a clue about that.

    • @SH-cx1wr
      @SH-cx1wr 4 года назад +1

      How to use a circular saw!

    • @dianiszm
      @dianiszm 4 года назад +1

      Yessssss

    • @bdm579
      @bdm579 4 года назад +2

      Yes! Please explain how to properly use all the parts a drill comes with. I just bought one after getting tired of trying to put curtains manually every time I move manually. After sorta learning how to use it, I’m at a lost on what to do with all the parts (the drill bits & things idk what they are called) it comes with.

  • @eeooooee2234
    @eeooooee2234 4 года назад +95

    My dad died when I was 11, I wish I could’ve had these experiences with him no matter how trivial❤️love it

    • @battleblossom2694
      @battleblossom2694 4 года назад +1

      Aw I’m so sorry to hear that ❤️

    • @aliasifmoosa9877
      @aliasifmoosa9877 4 года назад +1

      Same here...

    • @eeooooee2234
      @eeooooee2234 4 года назад

      Ali Asif it’s all good brother

    • @virginiakennedy1542
      @virginiakennedy1542 4 года назад

      eeoo ooee My dad died 20 years ago, when I was 16. I totally echo your sentiment. 😊

    • @jessa7323
      @jessa7323 4 года назад

      Mine when I was 11 as well. I am right here with you. ♥

  • @wardsimmonds4058
    @wardsimmonds4058 4 года назад

    I saw this channel on reddit. Checked out his videos and this guy is amazing. The love and support that we all need and some of us went with out. Pops, I fixed my first running toilet issue thanks to you. You the man. Keep on keeping on. It's a good day for a great day!

  • @DrArku
    @DrArku 4 года назад +3

    Really loving your channel and the idea behind it. I grew up without a father since my teenage years, so I've found out that it's the simple and mundane stuff that nobody really tells you about, other than your dad.

  • @i_only_simp_for_myself800
    @i_only_simp_for_myself800 4 года назад +55

    Im a young a girl and my dad asks me to do these stuffs without teaching me how to do it, by telling me that I should learn to do them by my self ( which is why I’m here) , he literally only talk to me to give me these kind of orders. I’m happy that I found a guy like you, cause it gives me hope that not all men are bossy and selfish. Having daddy issues sucks when you’re a girl cause when it’s the opposite gender you never know if all people are like your parental figure or no

    • @hfcred6754
      @hfcred6754 4 года назад +3

      While it sucks that your dad is being such a bad father figure I can assure you that not all men are like that. Hope you can one day get your relationship with your dad fixed and that one day he will learn to have respect for his daughter and show you the love you deserve c:

  • @ahjeezrick
    @ahjeezrick 4 года назад +277

    Another redditor here. My dad is in my life and has taught me all the things you’ve posted about. However, I love the concept of this channel. Everyone deserves to be taught this information. Thank you sir ❤️

  • @BryonHough
    @BryonHough 4 года назад +1

    Seriously the best page on RUclips. When your dad walks out on your family at age 4 you need this. Thanks for doing this. These are all the things I try to teach my kids so they get a better start than me and you just helped me!

  • @susanmason5534
    @susanmason5534 4 года назад

    Just found out about your channel. You are a great teacher and encourager for apparently over a million people. I am so thankful you are doing this for all those kids who don't have or didn't have a Dad in their homes. Prayers for you as you go forward but don't let it overwhelm you. You are doing great but don't feel pressure if you need to miss a day or two.... I love watching you.