Out of all the things a toilet could or is supposed to be doing, rocking back and forth isn't one of them. Bathrooms are often associated with various leaks, so homeowners rarely pay them any mind if the toilet moves without any leakage.

Before assuming the leak is from the base of the toilet, the plumber will check the toilet hardware higher up, as water can drip down the sides and pool on the floor, making it look like it is leaking from the base.

There are several possible reasons why a toilet runs constantly.

Toilets are reliable bathroom fixtures that usually don't cause many problems. However, getting too comfortable and forming bad toilet maintenance habits might lead to more significant issues down the road.