Toilets are connected to the plumbing system of a home, and problems with the plumbing are one of the leading causes of wasted money each year. For example, a single leaky faucet dripping just ten times per minute can cost hundreds annually. If you’ve got a few very minor leaks in multiple places, you’re expending more than 2,000 gallons of water per year—potentially adding a substantial amount to your bill. Think tens or hundreds of dollars, not just a dollar or two; it depends on water costs in your area and just how fast your leaks are.
Toilets in particular can waste a lot of water when they run or leak because the rate of water flow is much higher than that of a leaky faucet. If you left your toilet running all the time without fixing the issue, you could rack up an additional 20 to 30 thousand gallons of water consumption in a month. Not only is that wasteful, it’s also extremely expensive.
Repairing a toilet when it’s damaged is a big deal. Alternatively, you could fully replace the toilet, either because it’s at the end of its life expectancy or simply because you want a new model. On that front, toilet bowl installation in Greer tends to vary fairly widely, as each person has unique preferences. Some people want the newest model, while others view the bathroom as a utilitarian space that doesn’t warrant too much extra expense. Mr. Handyman can help whether you’re in it for a smart toilet and bidet or a simple ceramic bowl.
Toilet Options: Making the Choice
If you’re looking into a new toilet installation, you’ll need to know what types of toilets are available so you can pick the one that best suits your bathroom. Some of the toilets that Mr. Handyman most commonly installs include:
- One- and two-piece toilets
- Wall-hung or wall-flush toilets
- Touchless flush toilets
- Smart toilets
Be sure to think about not just the visual style of the toilet but also its function. Do you want to have a powerful flush at all times (a one-flush toilet) or the option for a half-flush to save water when the bowl contents don’t require extra water (a two-flush toilet)? Do you want your toilet to sit low or high on the wall, and what accessibility considerations might that bring? Do you have the budget for more advanced features, like bidets and smart features, or would you rather stick to something simple? Is your bathroom set up for the type of toilet you want? For instance, powered smart toilets require an electrical outlet near the plumbing access.
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Other Areas to Check
If you’re thinking about repairing or replacing your toilet, it’s also a great time to double-check that the rest of the plumbing in the area is in good condition. That way, you can wrap multiple repairs into the same job if you need to. Don’t forget to examine:
- Drain pipes
- Water valves
- Basement drains
- Faucets
- Sinks
- Sump pumps
- Fixtures
- Water heaters
- Sewer lines
By paying extra attention ahead of toilet work, you can catch issues that might otherwise cause that new toilet to need to be moved in order to access other areas.
