Replacing a toilet is one of the simpler bathroom remodeling tasks that can be completed by most homeowners. Because you don’t need to access interior plumbing to replace your toilet, a licensed plumber is not always needed for a successful toilet replacement; however, many people choose to use professionals just in case something goes wrong. If you’re a master DIYer, replacing the toilet might be just another thing to check off the to-do list today and these tips will make it easy!

Bathroom Remodeling Checklist for Toilets:

  1. Correct Measurements- you’ll need to know the distance from the bolts that mount the toilet to the wall, not the baseboards as well as to the water supply. If the toilet’s base that you are installing is too wide and won’t fit between the wall and the water line or bolts, you’ll need a different one.
  2. Remove the Old Toilet- The process to remove the toilet sometimes takes longer than installing a new one. You’ll first need to turn off the water supply, remove the water from the tank by flushing, and then using either a wet/dry vacuum or a sponge to remove the rest. Next, you’ll disconnect the water, then uninstall the bowl. Don’t forget to remove the wax ring and scrape up the excess wax! You’ll also want a flange repair kit on hand in case there are any repairs to be made after removing the old toilet.
  3. Install New Toilet- There are eight steps to installing the new toilet during bathroom remodeling. First, use new bolts in the flange, then install the wax ring. Next, you’ll install the toilet bowl and secure it to the flange. Prep the tank by adding the bolts and rubber gasket, then secure the tank to the bowl. The seat will be installed last, and don’t forget to check for leaks!

Installing a new toilet comes with almost every bathroom remodeling project and the experts can have a small job like this completed in less than a day! If you don’t want to DIY something as vital as your toilet and indoor plumbing systems, make sure to call the people who do bathroom remodeling daily.

If you are ready to get started on your new bathroom, call The Bath and Kitchen Gallery of Tampa at 813-536-6837.