Toilet Installation throughout the Greater Seattle Area

Some common problems, like a loose toilet seat, can be fixed with a screwdriver in less than five minutes. Others indicate that your toilet has reached the end of the road and it’s time to get a new one. Here are some things to look for if you aren’t sure whether it’s time to replace your toilet:

• The bowl or tank is cracked. Toilets are designed to take the weight for many years, but a crack will weaken its integrity and worsen over time, which can lead to an active leak or flood.
• It needs too many repairs. If you find yourself repeatedly replacing equipment for the tank, tightening bolts, and investigating leaks, do yourself a favor and replace it.
• It rocks when in use. Loose bolts and caulking that has deteriorated make for a rocky toilet and that can seriously damage your floor.
• You want to conserve water and save money. Older toilets can use up to five gallons of water per flush, while newer low-flush models use less than two. That’s a lot of money saved on utilities every year.