Q: How much does it cost to install a new toilet?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-toilet-installation-cost.htm">cost to install a new toilet</a> typically runs from <b>$225 to $530</b>. This doesn&rsquo;t include the price of the toilet itself, which can cost <b>$90 to $1,500</b> depending on the model and features you choose. You can save money if you choose to install a toilet yourself. However, you might want to hire a pro for this project.</p><p>&quot;Due to the many complexities of replacing a toilet flange, it is typically a job best left to the pros,&quot; says Jeff Botelho, Angi Expert Review Board member and plumber. &quot;Many times it isn't as simple and straightforward as 'pop off the old one and pop on a new one' because the flange is either glued on (PVC/ABS), soldered on (brass/copper), or caulked in place with a lead &amp; oakum joint (cast iron) and none of these things can be easily reversed without years of training and repetitive practice.&quot;</p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of a wall-hung toilet?

• <div><p>Even though they&rsquo;re modern-looking, easier to clean, can be hung at any height, and help save space compared to traditional toilets, wall-hung toilets have some downsides. They&rsquo;re more expensive than standard toilets, sometimes by a few hundred dollars. They&rsquo;re also difficult to install and may require major plumbing work to reroute the drain if the previous toilet was a floor-mount model.</p><p>This tight fit can make repairs more difficult. You&rsquo;ll also have to consider where you can hang them and weight limit restrictions, so they may not be the best fit for every home.</p></div>

Q: What is a realistic budget for a bathroom remodel?

• <div><p>Small <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-bathroom-remodel-cost.htm">bathroom renovation costs</a> don&rsquo;t have to break the bank. A <b>$5,000</b> budget is realistic, provided you're not adding luxurious fittings or making complex layout changes. Changing the layout is the most costly aspect of renovating a bathroom. So if you keep the layout, do some of the job DIY (within your skillset), and use relatively affordable fixtures and accessories, you should be able to stay within your budget.</p></div>

Question 1

How much does it cost to install a new toilet?

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The cost to install a new toilet typically runs from $225 to $530. This doesn’t include the price of the toilet itself, which can cost $90 to $1,500 depending on the model and features you choose. You can save money if you choose to install a toilet yourself. However, you might want to hire a pro for this project.

"Due to the many complexities of replacing a toilet flange, it is typically a job best left to the pros," says Jeff Botelho, Angi Expert Review Board member and plumber. "Many times it isn't as simple and straightforward as 'pop off the old one and pop on a new one' because the flange is either glued on (PVC/ABS), soldered on (brass/copper), or caulked in place with a lead & oakum joint (cast iron) and none of these things can be easily reversed without years of training and repetitive practice."

Question 2

What are the disadvantages of a wall-hung toilet?

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Even though they’re modern-looking, easier to clean, can be hung at any height, and help save space compared to traditional toilets, wall-hung toilets have some downsides. They’re more expensive than standard toilets, sometimes by a few hundred dollars. They’re also difficult to install and may require major plumbing work to reroute the drain if the previous toilet was a floor-mount model.

This tight fit can make repairs more difficult. You’ll also have to consider where you can hang them and weight limit restrictions, so they may not be the best fit for every home.

Question 3

What is a realistic budget for a bathroom remodel?

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Small bathroom renovation costs don’t have to break the bank. A $5,000 budget is realistic, provided you're not adding luxurious fittings or making complex layout changes. Changing the layout is the most costly aspect of renovating a bathroom. So if you keep the layout, do some of the job DIY (within your skillset), and use relatively affordable fixtures and accessories, you should be able to stay within your budget.

Question 4

Can you over-tighten toilet tank bolts?

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You definitely can over-tighten toilet tank bolts. Unlike some other materials, porcelain can’t bend or flex, so when you over-tighten a screw into it, it could break against the added pressure. Only tighten them as much as needed to keep them in place and firm; any more and you could risk breaking the porcelain.

Question 5

What happens if a toilet is not vented?

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If a toilet is not properly vented, you could experience issues like poor drainage, slow flushing, frequent clogs, malfunctioning traps, gurgling noises, and the release of sewer gasses. If left untreated, all of these issues could lead to longer term structural damage or (in the case of sewer gasses) harmful health side effects.