Q: How much does it cost to have a new toilet installed?A: In checking with plumbers, our researchers find that the average price to install a traditional, homeowner-supplied toilet ranges from $125 to $260.The price can fluctuate depending on several factors, including whether you want the plumber to haul away the old toilet, whether the toilet has special features and if important plumbing components are in good condition.Our research team found that a plumber usually requires an hour or two to install a toilet. The process generally includes:>> Turning off and disconnecting the water.>> Repairing the shut-off valve if it's not working properly.>> Draining the old toilet, removing it and inspecting the flange - which connects the toilet to the drainpipe on the floor - to see if repairs are needed.>> Setting the new toilet, connecting the water and testing to make sure the toilet works properly.Generally included in the installation price are the wax ring - which seals the toilet around the drain - new anchors and a new supply line.

Installing a toilet can be a do-it-yourself project, but be aware that errors can cause floor damage, leaks and other problems that may require a call to a plumber.Outdoor Wooden Furniture MalaysiaPros tell our team that common DIY mistakes include:>> Resetting a toilet on a damaged flange.>> Inadequate or incorrect caulking.>> Improper compression of the wax seal.Modern Bedroom Furniture HoustonThe pricing range mentioned earlier assumes that you supply your own toilet. Cost To Install Toilet In LaundryOften, consumers will buy one from the same company they also hire to do the installation. Or, they may buy one separately and hire a plumber to do the install. Either way, it's helpful consumer information to know the costs and aspects of a basic toilet installation.

Before hiring a plumber to install a toilet or do any work in your home, check to confirm appropriate licensing and insurance. Most states require plumbers to be licensed and it's always a good idea to ensure that a contractor carries adequate liability insurance.Get a detailed estimate in writing before agreeing to any work and check that the plumbing work and the parts are covered under warranty. Reputable plumbers will offer a warranty on their installation service.Also, confirm how long the plumber has been in business and ask for and check references. Iverson's Father In CourtCarter Refuses To Be In Court As He Is Sentenced To 60 Years For Killing Tiana Notice60 Years For Murder Of DancerAuriemma Turns To Knicks To Pick Up PointersGhost Hunter Ed Warren DiesWitnesses Detail Tense Scenes At Bank, Home As Cheshire Trial OpensQ. I'm thinking about replacing my old toilet. What's involved in that? Also I've recently heard of some fancy toilets like the Toto Neorest. What do you think about that?

A. Believe it or not, replacing a standard toilet is not too difficult or expensive. A handyman or even your super could probably change your toilet, but in New York City, by code, you must hire a plumber to do it. “Legally, you must hire a licensed contractor to replace fixtures (anything permanent or built-in)," says master plumber Joseph-Marco Santullo of Systems 2000 Plumbing in NYC and Westchester. You’ll need to refrain from using the loo for a few hours, but barring any leak-like complications, your new toilet should be up and flushing in no time. All in all, says Usharyov, “replacing a toilet is not a lot of work. It can usually be done within two hours. Our licensed plumbers can do it for around $250." As far as cult-inspiring high-end toilets like the Toto Neorest, which retail for about $5,000 and feature front and rear warm-water washing, an automatic air dryer and deodorizer, the labor is much more extensive because they require power to operate.

You would need to hire a licensed electrician in addition to a plumber, Usharyov says. You'll also want to hire a contractor who has experience installing these. (For anyone who doesn't know what the big deal is, be sure to visit the loo the next time you have dinner at Red Farm.) Even if your budget allows for it, this luxury may not be an option in a New York City high-rise unless you’re remodeling the bathroom or can easily access power. An outlet needs to be installed in back of the toilet and depending on the layout of your bathroom and the existing wiring, this could be a challenge or impossible without demolition. Bottom line: These types of toilets aren’t practical to install when you’re simply switching out the fixture because of the amount of work that is needed, says Santullo. Save the Neorest for a renovation. Here are a few more things to think about when replacing your toilet: Check the dimensions of your existing toilet and get a toilet that matches as close as possible, unless of course you have more space to work with.

Round bowls are shorter (about 11” inside) and better for tight spaces. As the name implies, elongated bowls are longer (about 13” inside) and that extra two inches can make all the difference. In a NYC bathroom, you may not have the space to go longer without hitting your knees while sitting. The "rough in" is the measurement where the toilet will sit in the bathroom and includes the placement of the waste outlet hole. If you’re replacing your toilet, the existing rough in needs to match the specifications of your replacement toilet. There’s no fudging or changing that hole size, so get an accurate dimension before you select your new fixture. To determine the distance, measure from the wall (not the baseboard if you have one) in back of the toilet to the center of the waste outlet hole (this should also be to the bolt caps on the toilet). Most will be 12", but some will be 10" or 14". Without accuracy, you’ll be making a trip to the home improvement store to return and buy another model.

In a pre-war unrenovated bathroom, your existing toilet is probably a Flushometer or one that has a lever that you can step on to flush, rather than a handle on the actual tank. You’ll see these in older buildings, as well as in commercial spaces. A flushometer uses the water supply system for the flush rather than the force of gravity used by a conventional flush. The end result is less water usage and less clogging. You can replace the flushometer but if you’re accustomed to it, know that if you'll probably need some time to adjust to a conventional toilet. Tracy Kaler was a designer, decorator and renovator in her last life. Before working as a freelance writer, she held several furniture sales jobs in the Big Apple and purchased a new wardrobe. Now she works in her pajamas and commutes two feet to her desk each day. This is one of the few advantages of living in a New York apartment, and well, so much for that wardrobe. See All NYC Renovation Questions NYC Renovation Questions: What should I know about converting a tub to a walk-in shower?