Toilet Installation
Toilet installation means removing the old toilet and setting a new one with a new seal, bolts and supply line.
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Common signs
- A cracked bowl or tank
- An old high-volume toilet
- A toilet that keeps failing
- A bathroom fixture change
What the provider typically checks
The plumber checks the flange and rough-in distance, sets the toilet on a new wax ring or foam seal, and connects a new supply line.
Before you call
Measure the rough-in, from the wall to the center of the floor bolts, if you plan to choose the toilet yourself.
Related services
- Toilet Repair: Running, leaking or rocking toilets, including wax rings and flush valves.
Questions
What is rough-in?
The distance from the finished wall to the center of the drain, commonly 12 inches. A new toilet must match it.
Does this include remodeling the bathroom?
No. This page covers toilet installation only.
Who decides what the work will cost?
The independent provider sets the scope and the charges after looking at the problem. Confirm all details directly with the provider on the call.
Call for Toilet and Fixture Repair
Calls about toilet installation are connected to an independent plumbing provider, subject to availability. Plumbing Nation may receive compensation when your call is connected with a participating provider. Providers are independent businesses.