What does toilet installation include?
- The old toilet is drained and removed.
- We check the flange, the ring in the floor the toilet bolts to, and the floor around it.
- We check the shutoff valve and replace the supply line.
- The new toilet is set on a new seal, bolted down, leveled and connected.
- We flush it several times and check for leaks at the base and the supply.
What can change the job?
Three things, and we tell you before doing any extra work:
- A broken or corroded flange, which has to be repaired for the toilet to seal.
- A seized or leaking shutoff valve. See shutoff valve replacement.
- The rough-in, the distance from the wall to the drain. Most are 12 inches; some older homes are 10 or 14, and the toilet has to match.
When should a toilet be replaced, not repaired?
- The bowl or tank is cracked.
- It clogs often even though the drain is clear.
- It rocks, and the floor or flange under it is damaged.
- It is an old high-volume model that uses far more water per flush than current ones.
- It has needed repair after repair.
A running toilet or a weak flush can usually be fixed. See toilet repair.
How do I choose a toilet?
Four things matter: the rough-in, round or elongated bowl, standard or comfort height, and how well it flushes. We install TOTO, Kohler and American Standard, and installed prices are on our toilet shop page.
Do you install bidet seats and wall-hung toilets?
Yes. A bidet seat needs a water connection and usually an outlet nearby. A wall-hung toilet needs a carrier in the wall, which is remodel work.
How long does it take?
A straight replacement is usually done in one visit. Landlords often have several done together; see our property manager page.
Who is Friendly Services?
A family-owned plumbing company with over 20 years in Hayward. License CSLB #1156315 (C-36 plumbing), $1M general liability cover and workers' comp. Our own work has a five-year workmanship warranty, and we have 100+ five-star reviews online.