Does A New Potty Mean A Call to The Pros?
If you're working on updating a bathroom, or if you're facing the need to replace one (or more) of your toilets, you might be standing in the hardware store asking yourself, "Do I really need to call a plumber to install this?" While installing a new toilet seems easy, and most YouTube DIYers would tell you it is, the average person should be wary before embarking on tackling the task themselves.
Why?
Toilet installations have several steps, and each one carries the risk of leaking, water damage, and/or damage to your new toilet. The very first step is removing the old toilet, and that starts with shutting off the water at the wall. If you go to shut off the water and the valve snaps or won't turn (which is actually common with very old toilets that haven't been worked on in a long time), you could cause a catastrophic leak if the pipe itself gets damaged. When installing a new toilet, many plumbers recommend replacing the valve at the same time, in addition to the water lines. This ensures that everything is fresh, functioning well, and will support the new toilet. After you've removed the old toilet, you have to worry about securing the new toilet (and leveling it) using the flange and bolts. If your toilet is incompatible with the existing flange, or if that flange is damaged, you'll have to replace it. Depending on the age of your home, you could be facing some major complications with this step. A metal flange could have to be cut away, and that's a job for the professionals. Finally, installing the new toilet requires getting a complete seal using a wax ring. If you misalign this or don't do this step correctly on the first try, you could be left with leaks every time you flush.
Why take the risk? Installing a toilet is a quick and easy process with Dickens Plumbing Inc. The best part? We'll remove your old toilet and take it away, no questions asked! You'll be left with a new toilet, a clean space, and a bathroom that's ready to use. Call us for your free estimate! We serve cities throughout the Polk County area of Central Florida with superior plumbing repairs. How can we help you?