Should I repair or replace?

If it's a running toilet or flapper issue, repair. If the bowl is cracked, the flange is broken, or the toilet is 20+ years old and clogs constantly, replace.

Can you install a toilet I bought?

Yes. Bring us the toilet and we'll install it.

How long does an install take?

Most toilet swaps are done in 1–2 hours. Flange repairs add time.

Are WaterSense toilets worth it?

Yes. Modern WaterSense toilets use 1.28 gallons per flush vs. 3.5+ for older models, and they flush better. Per the EPA, this saves the average family 13,000 gallons a year.

Manufacturer warranty on the toilet plus our full labor warranty.

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Toilet Repair vs Replacement

A straight-talking guide from the owner who installs every job. Toilet Repair & Installation in San Antonio.

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Running toilets are usually a $20 fill valve or flapper. Not a full replacement.

Cracked tanks, broken flanges, and constant clogs usually mean it is time to replace.

We tell you the truth either way.

1. Cost & Pricing Overview

Typical price range

$120–$350 for repairs — $325–$850 for full installs

What affects the cost

Repair vs. full replacement
Flange condition (intact vs. broken — broken adds repair time)
Shut-off valve condition
Toilet model (standard vs. comfort-height vs. dual-flush)
Whether a WaterSense low-flow upgrade is included

When a quote is required

We diagnose first and bid the repair before replacing. Many running toilets are a $25 part — not a $700 toilet. Free estimates within 30 miles of San Antonio.

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2. How the Service Works

Here's exactly what to expect from start to finish.

1Diagnose the issue. Flapper, fill valve, flange, or full failure.
2Bid the repair or replacement.
3Make the fix and test it.

3. Common Problems, Signs & Symptoms

If you're seeing any of these, it's probably time to call.

Toilet runs constantly

Usually a worn flapper or fill valve — cheap parts, quick fix. Per the EPA, a leaking toilet can waste 200 gallons a day.

Water on the floor around the base

Almost always a failed wax ring. Left alone, water rots the subfloor and damages the ceiling below.

Toilet rocks when you sit down

A loose toilet means the wax seal is breaking. Tightening alone won't fix it — the seal needs to be replaced.

Constant clogs

Old low-flow toilets from the 1990s clog easily. Modern WaterSense models flush better and use less water.

Cracked tank or bowl

Cracks can't be repaired safely. Replacement is the only fix.

4. Frequently Asked Questions

Authoritative source

EPA WaterSense: Residential toilets

Source: U.S. EPA WaterSense

Bottom line

Not every leaking toilet needs to be replaced. We fix what can be fixed and replace what cannot. Free estimates within 30 miles of San Antonio.

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