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Project Completion 85%
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Professionalism 90%
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Experience 93%
Toilets get replaced for a handful of reasons: a hairline crack in the tank or bowl, a base that rocks and won’t stay sealed, a fixture that needs plunging every week, or a 3.5-gallon-per-flush relic from before 1994 that wastes more water than the whole rest of the bathroom. Homeowners in Columbus also swap them during a remodel or to move up to a comfort-height model.
Before buying anything, measure the rough-in: the distance from the finished wall (not the baseboard) to the center of the floor bolts. About 85% of homes are 12 inches, but houses built before 1970 often run 10 or 14. Get that number wrong, and the toilet physically won’t fit. Then measure from the wall to the nearest obstacle in front. Round bowls run 28 to 30 inches deep, elongated 30 to 32, and the extra two inches has stopped plenty of bathroom doors from closing.
A standard replacement runs $350 to $800 all in, with labor at $150 to $450 and the toilet itself $100 to $1,000. Most plumbers in Columbus finish in one to two hours and bill a service minimum. What pushes the number up is what’s under the old fixture: a corroded flange adds $145 to $300, a seized shut-off valve $50 to $150, and a soft subfloor $200 to $600. Wall-mounted and upflush models cost considerably more.
The reason to hire a licensed plumber comes down to the wax ring. It has to seat perfectly on the first try, and a bad seal leaks into the subfloor for months before anything shows. Below you’ll find licensed plumbers handling toilet installation in Columbus and replacement, flange and valve repair, haul-away, and relocations. Compare licensing, reviews, and rates, and have your rough-in measurement ready when you call.
List of Toilet Installation Companies In Columbus
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What is the overall customer analysis in August?
Insufficient data to calculate a reliable WW Score. Only 4 reviews are available, all from February 2022 (over 2 years old), and critical dimensions lack sufficient mention counts. Pricing is completely absent from all reviews, preventing any assessment of value or fairness. Project completion is mentioned in only 2 reviews with minimal detail. While professionalism and experience show positive si... Read more
Score last updated August 2026
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Project Completion 90%
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Professionalism 88%
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Experience 85%
What is the overall customer analysis in August?
Insufficient Data — cannot calculate WW Score reliably. Only 3 reviews analyzed, which falls below the minimum threshold of 3 reviews needed for reliable scoring. While all three reviews are positive and mention professionalism, project completion, and experience, the sample size is too small to produce a trustworthy composite WW Score. Additionally, no reviews mention pricing or value, leaving a ... Read more
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Project Completion 5%
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Professionalism 15%
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Experience 20%
What is the overall customer analysis in August?
Only one review contained usable data, making any scoring highly unreliable. That single review describes a severely negative experience: work was left incomplete across multiple areas including exposed wiring, unfilled holes, unfinished trim, and gaps in flooring. The contractors failed to return as promised, stopped communicating, and never completed the job despite repeated contact attempts by ... Read more
Score last updated August 2026
Workman Score
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3 reviews analyzed
Yelp
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Project Completion 90%
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Professionalism 88%
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Experience 92%
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Price-friendly 80%
What is the overall customer analysis in August?
Insufficient data — cannot calculate WW Score reliably. Only 3 reviews were analyzed, which falls below the minimum threshold of 5 reviews needed for a statistically meaningful WW Score. All three reviews are positive (5-star ratings), with explicit mentions of prompt service, professionalism, cost efficiency, and quality craftsmanship. However, the sample size is too small to establish reliable c... Read more
Score last updated August 2026
Workman Score
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2 reviews analyzed
Yelp
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Project Completion 50%
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Professionalism 30%
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Experience 85%
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Price-friendly 95%
What is the overall customer analysis in August?
With only 2 reviews, reliable scoring is impossible. Review 1 (May 2023) reports severe communication failures and non-responsiveness, scoring professionalism at 10 and project completion at 0 (no work completed). Review 2 (March 2023) praises politeness, respect, and pricing ($250 savings), scoring professionalism at 50 and pricing at 95. The stark contradiction between reviews—one describing com... Read more
Score last updated August 2026
Workman Score
0.0 /100
Based on
2 reviews analyzed
Yelp
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Project Completion 82%
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Professionalism 88%
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Experience 80%
What is the overall customer analysis in August?
Both reviews are positive and speak to responsiveness, communication, and job completion. The first review explicitly praises the callback speed, the technician's knowledgeable and respectful communication style, and a quick on-site fix. The second review confirms same-day service and a completed job. No pricing information was mentioned in either review, so that dimension cannot be scored. All sc... Read more
Score last updated August 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does toilet installation cost?
A standard replacement runs $350 to $800, including the toilet and labor, with many homeowners paying $400 to $900 once haul-away and supplies are counted. Labor alone is $150 to $450. Toilets themselves start near $100 and reach $1,500 or more for smart models. Prices sit in these ranges, though major metros run 30% to 50% higher. Add $145 to $300 if the flange needs replacing, and $50 to $200 for removing and hauling the old one away.
How do I know which toilet will fit?
Measure the rough-in first: wall to the center of the rear floor bolts, from the finished wall rather than the baseboard. Most homes are 12 inches; older ones run 10 or 14, and those need a model made for that size. Next, measure wall to the nearest obstacle. Round bowls need 28 to 30 inches, elongated 30 to 32. You also want 15 inches of clearance on each side. Plumbers verify all of this before ordering.
How long does toilet installation take?
One to two hours for a straightforward replacement using existing plumbing, the plumber shuts off the water, drains, and removes the old unit, sets a new wax ring, positions the toilet, reconnects the supply, and tests for leaks. Add time if the flange is damaged, the shut-off valve is seized, or the floor needs leveling. Most plumbers price this as a small fixed job with a service minimum rather than pure hourly. Relocating a toilet takes far longer.
Can I install a toilet myself?
It’s possible and saves $200 to $400 in labor, but it’s one of the riskier DIY calls. The wax ring has to seat perfectly on the first attempt; no second chances without a new ring, and a bad seal leaks into the subfloor invisibly. Overtightening tank bolts cracks porcelain. Toilets weigh 70 to 120 pounds, so plan on a second person. If you find a damaged flange midway through, you’re calling a plumber for a half-disassembled job anyway.
When should I replace a toilet instead of repairing it?
Replace it if the tank or bowl is cracked, the base rocks after the bolts are tightened, or the fixture predates 1994 and uses 3.5 gallons per flush. Chronic clogging in a single toilet also points to a worn trapway. Repair first when the toilet runs constantly or won’t fill a flapper or fill valve costs $15 and takes minutes. Ask a plumber to diagnose before you spend on a replacement. Many utilities offer rebates for replacing pre-1994 models.
Do I need a permit to replace a toilet?
Usually not for a like-for-like swap that reuses the existing flange and supply line; most jurisdictions treat it as a fixture replacement. A permit is likely if you’re moving the toilet, which means altering the drain and vent, or adding a toilet where none existed. Wall-mounted models with in-wall carriers may also trigger one. Check with the local building department before starting, and let your plumber pull whatever the job requires. Unpermitted work can surface during a home sale.
Should I choose comfort height or standard?
Comfort height, 17 to 19 inches to the seat versus 14 to 16 for standard, is easier on knees and hips and matches ADA-range seating. It costs nothing extra and removes a likely future replacement, which is why most adults choose it. Standard height suits households with small children better. Elongated bowls are more comfortable but add about two inches of depth. Confirm the door clears before ordering; plumbers check this routinely. It’s the most commonly skipped step.
