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November 12,2018

Time to Replace Your Toilet?

The toilet is a vital component of the house that is used on a daily basis by every member of the household. However, toilets arent immortal fixtures and must be replaced at some point when they develop problems that cant be solved by using a plunger or the drain snakes.

Here are some factors to consider and the signs that indicate its the right time to replace your toilet.

The age of your toilet

Do you have toilets that are old enough to vote or are they from the previous millennium?

The age of your toilet is a critical factor that determines whether its time to replace it or not. To substantiate this fact, the Environmental Protection Agency enacted an Energy Policy Act in 1992 to help reduce excessive water use in residential apartments.

Based on this act, you are restricted from using above 1.6 gallons of water per flush. Meanwhile, older toilets were designed to use 3 gallons of water, and above per flush and the conventional toilets use below 1.6 gallons. Therefore, replacing your toilet with newer designs is cost effective because you will experience a decrease in monthly water bills.

When the toilet becomes leaky

Have you noticed puddles of water lately around your toilet? That isnt a miracle but a sign that there are cracks in your toilet and it is a potential disaster. Whether it is an external or internal leak, it is advisable that a professional check it out to provide a lasting solution.

Whenever you clean the toilet, its good to regularly inspect it for hairline cracks since it could become a source of an active leak in the future. So, whenever you spot a crack on the toilet, its good to start thinking of a possible replacement.

Regular clogging and other problems

If your toilet keeps clogging and also develops frequent problems that need the attention of plumbers, then it's reasonable to call for a replacement.

Although the accumulation of mineral deposits may be the cause of the frequent clogging of the toilet, we advise that a seasoned professional from Mr. Rooter Plumbing will suggest the right approach to the problem.

In case the toilet wobbles or rocks around whenever you want to make use of it, you may also need toilet replacement.

Home improvement

Consider upgrading your toilet when youre embarking on a home improvement project. There are a couple of additional features on newer toilets that will save you from frequent repairs and water efficiency.

Older toilets were designed to be flushed with the aid of gravity, and they make use of a more significant amount of water to accomplish such a simple task. But the new toilet designs in the market are spot on when it comes to water efficiency.

They are designed to make use of air pressure during flushing, and that gives you faster and more powerful flush with a lesser amount of water.

The toilets in your house may be functioning adequately, but if they are not the low-flush types, you should consider replacing them. You could save a lot with a low flush toilet per annum and interestingly, youll be helping our environment by conserving water.

If its time to replace your toilet why not get talking with professionals from Mr. Rooter Plumbing.

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