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4 Steps To Replace a Toilet

3/14/2022 (Permalink)

How To Replace A Toilet In 4 Easy Steps

Replacing a leaking toilet is not difficult, but it does require planning, preparation, and the proper tools. Follow these four steps to determine whether replacement is necessary and complete the job.

1. Make Sure Replacement Is Necessary

If a toilet is leaking, check to see if the closet bolts can be tightened or the wax seal under the toilet needs to be replaced. A toilet that keeps running may need to have the float or flapper chain adjusted or the fill valve replaced.

2. Choose a New Toilet

If a leaking toilet cannot be fixed, it is necessary to replace the toilet. Measure the distance from the wall behind a toilet to the closet bolts and water supply lines. You may also want to measure from the bowl to the sidewall.

3. Remove the Old Toilet

Turn off the water supply line. Flush water from the tank and remove the remainder with a sponge. Disconnect the line before unscrewing the nuts on the bottom of the tank and lifting the tank off of the bowl. Next, loosen and remove the nuts attaching the bowl to the floor. Remove the bowl. Underneath the toilet, you will need to remove the wax ring, any excess wax on the flange, and the closet bolts.

4. Install the New Toilet

Install new closet bolts. Turn the new toilet bowl upside-down and install a new wax ring onto the outlet. Place the toilet bowl over the closet bolts and install cap bases, washers, and nuts. Cut off the excess bolt with a hacksaw and snap on caps. Install bolts and a rubber gasket on the bottom of the new tank. Set the tank in place and tighten the nuts. Hook up the water supply and check for leaks around the supply line and base. Install the seat and put the top on the tank.

If a leaking toilet results in water damage, contact a mitigation and restoration service in Bath, ME. You can also hire a plumber for toilet repair or replacement.

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