? We remove the old one, set the new toilet on a fresh wax ring and test for leaks.
How do I choose a new toilet?
Measure the rough-in first, which is the distance from the wall to the center of the floor bolts. Most are 12 inches, but older homes around Marion and Grant County can be 10 or 14. Then pick a height. Comfort-height bowls are easier for most adults and anyone with bad knees. Elongated bowls are more comfortable but stick out further.
How long does a toilet installation take?
Swapping a toilet is usually done in an hour or two. If the flange is broken, the floor is soft from an old leak, or the shutoff valve is shot, it can take longer. We check all three when we pull the old toilet so the new one sits solid and doesn’t leak.
Do you haul away the old toilet?
Yes. We take the old toilet with us and clean up the area. Old toilets are heavy and awkward, and most trash services won’t take them at the curb. We’ll set the new one, test the flush and check for leaks before we leave.
Can you move a toilet to a different spot in the bathroom?
Yes, but it’s a bigger job. The toilet drain needs to tie into the main drain with the right slope and vent, which usually means opening the floor. It’s easiest during a full bathroom remodel. On a slab or basement floor, we’d need to cut concrete.
Do low-flow toilets flush well enough?
Most newer low-flow toilets work much better than the early models from the 1990s did. Look for a good flush rating and a wider trapway. If you have older cast-iron drain lines, we can tell you if a low-flow model will work well with your plumbing. You can
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