Professional Toilet Installation in Houston

Every home needs at least one toilet that works reliably, and in a busy household even one out of service is a problem. Whether your toilet is cracked, constantly running, clogging, or simply outdated, a new toilet can solve the problem and lower your water bill at the same time.

Nick's Plumbing & Air Conditioning has provided toilet installation in Houston since 1979. Our licensed plumbers install all major brands and styles, and we check the flange, floor, and shutoff valve during every installation so your new toilet is solid and leak-free.

Signs It Is Time to Replace Your Toilet

• Frequent clogs - Older low-flow toilets and worn parts can clog over and over
• Constant repairs - Replacing flappers, fill valves, and handles again and again adds up
• Cracks in the tank or bowl - Even small cracks can suddenly leak or break
• A wobbly toilet - Rocking can break the seal and may mean the floor underneath is soft or rotting
• High water bills - Toilets made before 1994 can use 3.5 to 7 gallons per flush
• Mineral buildup - Hard water stains and scale can block the rim jets and siphon hole

Save Water With a New Toilet

Toilets are the largest source of indoor water use in most homes, accounting for nearly 30 percent of the water used inside. Federal standards have limited new toilets to 1.6 gallons per flush since 1994, and toilets that earn the EPA WaterSense label use 1.28 gallons per flush or less while still meeting strict flushing performance standards. Replacing an older toilet can save a family thousands of gallons of water each year.

Choosing the Right Toilet

One-Piece or Two-Piece

Two-piece toilets have a separate tank and bowl and are the most common and affordable choice. One-piece toilets have a sleek design with no seam between the tank and bowl, which makes them easier to clean.

Bowl Shape

Elongated bowls are longer and more comfortable for most adults. Round bowls take up less space and are a good fit for small bathrooms. Compact elongated bowls offer elongated comfort in a round bowl footprint.

Toilet Height

Standard toilets are about 15 inches from the floor to the rim. Comfort height or chair height toilets are 17 to 19 inches tall, which makes sitting and standing easier for taller adults and anyone with knee or back problems.

Flushing Options

• Gravity flush - Quiet, reliable, and the most common type in homes
• Pressure-assisted - A powerful flush that helps prevent clogs, though louder
• Dual flush - A light flush for liquid waste and a full flush for solids to save even more water
• Touchless flush - A sensor flushes the toilet with a wave of your hand

Rough-In Size

The rough-in is the distance from the finished wall to the center of the drain. Most homes have a 12-inch rough-in, but 10-inch and 14-inch rough-ins are also found, especially in older homes. Buying the right size is essential. We are happy to measure before you shop.

Our Toilet Installation Process

1. Remove the old toilet - We shut off the water, drain the toilet, and remove it from your home
2. Inspect the flange and floor - We check the toilet flange and subfloor for damage and repair them if needed
3. Set the new toilet - We install a new wax ring or seal, set the toilet level, and secure it to the flange
4. Connect the water - We install a new supply line and replace the shutoff valve if it is worn or leaking
5. Test and caulk - We test several flushes, check for leaks, and finish the base

Why Not Install a Toilet Yourself?

Toilets are heavy and made of porcelain that can crack if bolts are overtightened. If the wax seal is not set correctly, water and waste can leak under the floor, damaging the subfloor or the ceiling below in a two-story home and causing mold. A licensed plumber has the experience to install your toilet correctly and spot problems with the flange, floor, or drain before they become expensive.

Seeing water around the base of your toilet now? Our water leak repair team can find the source. If toilets throughout the house drain slowly, the problem may be in the main line, and our sewer line repair specialists can help. Remodeling? See our sink installation and shower installation services.

Toilet Installation Cost in Houston

Toilet installation at Nick's Plumbing starts at $300, with most jobs in the $300-$550 range. This price does not include the toilet. Repairing a broken flange or damaged subfloor, replacing the shutoff valve, or changing the drain location can increase the cost.

Online prices are a planning guide, not a final quote. We confirm the scope and price before any work begins, and we stand behind our work and the parts we install.

Why Houston Homeowners Trust Nick's Plumbing

• Family owned since 1979 - More than 45 years serving Houston homes
• Licensed and insured - Texas Master Plumber License MPL# 38548
• Background-checked technicians - We email you the names and photos of the technicians coming to your home
• Upfront pricing - You approve the price before we start
• VIP members save - Priority scheduling and 10% off with our VIP maintenance plan

Serving The Heights, Montrose, Memorial, Garden Oaks, Oak Forest, and surrounding Houston neighborhoods.

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