It's Time For A New Toilet!

Flush after flush after flush, your toilet goes through gallons of water each day, putting stress on rubber seals, copper pipes and its porcelain bowl. And when your toilet doesn’t work properly or it appears to be damaged, the ordeal can be frustrating. While toilets have a long lifespan, there are several key signs that indicate the time has come for a replacement. Read on to find out—maybe it's time for a new toilet!

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Do Toilets Wear Out?

Yes, they do. After years of use, the mechanical parts of a toilet will wear out. For example, rubber flappers will dry out, crack, and leak. The harder your water is, the worse it is on metal components like pull chains. Mineral deposits will also reduce the flow of water through the rim holes under the lip of the toilet bowl. Regular cleaning and routine care will go a long way to improve your toilet’s function. That's why having a one-stop store for all your bathroom ware questions in Hornsby is important. In this case, Ideal Bathroom Centre provides the best range of new toilets to choose from. Watch out for these warning signs that you need a new toilet:

Your toilet is outdated

If you still have an avocado or coral-coloured toilet from the 1960s, the time for replacement has come. Not only are these toilets prone to cracks and leaks thanks to their age, but they use far more water per flush than modern toilets. In addition, these toilets don't flush as efficiently as newer models, meaning they take longer to fill—and are noisier.

Constant clogging

Nobody likes to deal with a clogged toilet. While they’re not uncommon, random or recurring clogs can indicate an issue. If you have an old, low flush toilet, you may experience stoppages far too often. If you experience clogs more than once a week, or the clogs seem random and odd, you should probably replace your toilet. If you don’t want to lose the water-saving benefits of a low-flush toilet, simply replace your current toilet with a more efficient and effective commode. Modern technologies have come a long way, and low-flush toilets are much better.

Check for any leaks

Check for any damage to flooring surrounding your toilet and an overall spongy feel to the floor. If not addressed, possible mildew, rot, and structural damage can result. If you notice flooring damage, contact your local plumber for diagnosis. Both a broken flange and a flange that's too low, indicated by rot around the flange, may cause leaks. If this is not the case, you may simply need a new wax ring. However, if these fixes do not address the situation, you may be dealing with a hairline crack. If your toilet is ancient and you've already removed it from the floor, it's a great time to consider an upgrade for water savings and avoiding expensive (and extensive) future repairs.

Your toilet wobbles or rocks

Even new, energy-efficient toilets can become a problem if they wobble or rock on the base. There are several common culprits, including loose mounting bolts on the toilet base, a degraded wax ring underneath the toilet or a rotten subfloor that is shifting under the toilet's weight. If the bolts can be tightened without cracking, the porcelain or the ring replaced without damage, it may be cost-effective to keep your current toilet. A damaged subfloor, however, requires professional repair, and you'll want to consider new toilets that have lower weight to prevent the problem from recurring.

Poor flush/no flush

Take a peek in your tank and see if it is filling to proper levels or needs a fill valve adjustment. You can do this with the help of a screwdriver on valve style mechanisms or by adjusting the clip-on float-style mechanisms. If this isn't the case, grab a wire coat hanger, being careful not to scratch the bowl, and try loosening debris in the holes or jet with the help of a small mirror.

Built-up mineral deposits

In areas with hard water, the minerals in the water can collect in the inlet holes and syphon tubes. Such buildup can keep water from flowing effectively, making the toilet inefficient. In some cases, you may be able to clear some of the deposits away by chipping at the buildup, but this step is not always successful. If the buildup gets bad enough, your toilet may need replacement.

Is your toilet seat smart?

Few household implements have changed less in the last century than the reliable old toilet. Specifics may have improved, but the basic principles of a tank, toilet seat, flush, follow up with dry paper have remained largely intact. And of all components, the humble toilet seat has changed the least, even in an era of advanced toilets. You might have a choice between circular or elongated, padded or solid, but it’s still a fixture to keep your buns away from the ickiness while you do your business. Although an experienced do-it-yourselfer may be able to install a new toilet, most homeowners should hire a licensed plumber. A botched installation can result in slow leakage under the flooring, which wastes water and eventually rots the subfloor.

If you are looking for a new toilet in Hornsby, do not hesitate to call or visit Ideal Bathroom Centre today!