{"id":397,"date":"2017-09-06T06:00:50","date_gmt":"2017-09-06T06:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.sacramentohandyman.com\/blog\/?p=397"},"modified":"2024-07-05T10:47:57","modified_gmt":"2024-07-05T10:47:57","slug":"how-to-install-a-toilet-or-faucet-without-breaking-the-bank","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sacramentohandyman.com\/blog\/how-to-install-a-toilet-or-faucet-without-breaking-the-bank\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Install A Toilet Or Faucet Without Breaking The Bank"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Do you need to install a toilet or faucet?<\/p>\n<p>Why break the bank with having a plumber do it when you can do it yourself?<\/p>\n<p>Here are tips on toilet installation or <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sacramentohandyman.com\/toilet-and-faucet-repair-and-installation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">faucet installation<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4>Toilet Installation<\/h4>\n<p>Installing a toilet may seem intimidating, but with careful measurements and following the right steps, you can handle it like a pro. Here&#8217;s how:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sacramentohandyman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/toilet-installation.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2146 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sacramentohandyman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/toilet-installation.png\" alt=\"toilet installation\" width=\"595\" height=\"394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sacramentohandyman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/toilet-installation.png 595w, https:\/\/www.sacramentohandyman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/toilet-installation-300x199.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 595px) 100vw, 595px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Measure for the Correct Size<\/strong>: Ensure that you purchase a toilet that fits the space in your bathroom.\n<ul>\n<li>Measure from the wall to the center of the closet bolt. If your toilet has two closet bolts, measure to the center of the last bolt.<\/li>\n<li>Measure from the center of the mounting holes to the back of the toilet.<\/li>\n<li>For tight bathrooms, measure from the side of the flange hole to the side wall.<\/li>\n<li>Select your new toilet carefully, ensuring the box includes both the bowl and the tank if needed. Check if a wax seal is included or if you need to purchase it separately.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gather Your Tools and Parts<\/strong>: Before starting, make sure you have all the necessary tools and parts, including the toilet parts, seals, and any additional items required for your specific model.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Turn Off the Water Supply<\/strong>: Turn off the water to the toilet and flush it to remove as much water as possible. Remove any remaining water in the tank and bowl using a cup, pail, or wet\/dry vacuum.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Remove the Old Toilet<\/strong>: Disconnect the water supply line and remove the old toilet bowl and tank. Clean the area around the flange thoroughly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Install the New Toilet<\/strong>: Follow the manufacturer\u2019s instructions for your specific toilet model.\n<ul>\n<li>Place the wax ring on the flange.<\/li>\n<li>Set the toilet bowl onto the wax ring and press down firmly to create a seal.<\/li>\n<li>Secure the bowl with the closet bolts and attach the tank according to the instructions.<\/li>\n<li>Reconnect the water supply line, turn on the water, and check for leaks. Adjust the settings in the tank for the water level if necessary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>For additional safety considerations, especially for seniors, refer to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sacramentohandyman.com\/blog\/home-safety-tips-for-sacramento-seniors\/\">Home Safety Tips For Sacramento Seniors<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Faucet Installation<\/h4>\n<p>Installing a faucet is a straightforward task if you follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Identify Your Faucet Type<\/strong>: Determine if your faucet is a single-hole or a 4 to 8-inch triple-hole model. This will dictate the installation process and the parts you need.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gather All Parts and Tools<\/strong>: Collect all the necessary parts and tools before starting the installation. This includes the new faucet, supply lines, and any washers or nuts required.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Turn Off the Water Supply<\/strong>: Turn off the water supply to the sink and open the faucet to drain any remaining water.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Remove the Old Faucet<\/strong>: Disconnect the supply lines from the faucet and remove the mounting nuts from underneath the sink. Lift the old faucet out of the sink.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Install the New Faucet<\/strong>: Follow the manufacturer\u2019s instructions for your specific faucet model.\n<ul>\n<li>Place the gasket or putty on the bottom of the faucet base to prevent leaks.<\/li>\n<li>Insert the faucet into the mounting holes and secure it with the mounting nuts from underneath the sink.<\/li>\n<li>Reconnect the supply lines to the faucet and turn on the water supply.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Check for Leaks<\/strong>: Turn on the faucet and check for any leaks. If you find any, tighten the connections or apply additional plumber\u2019s tape as needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Save Money and Time with DIY<\/h4>\n<p>By following these detailed steps, you can successfully install a toilet or faucet without breaking the bank. No special tools are required, and with everything prepared beforehand, the installation should take no more than half a day.<\/p>\n<h4>When to Seek Professional Help<\/h4>\n<p>Toilets sometimes need specialty parts. For example, it might be hard finding parts for EAGO toilets. We like to use this company for <a href=\"https:\/\/eagoparts.com\/toilet-parts-2\/\">parts for EAGO toilets<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>There are no special tools needed on neither of these jobs. If you have everything together at the start, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sacramentohandyman.com\/sacramento-bathroom-repair\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">toilet and faucet installation<\/a> will take more than \u00bd a day.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>To seek professional help, simply call <a href=\"tel:9164720507\">916-472-0507<\/a> at anytime or email us at <a href=\"mailto:estimates@sacramentohandyman.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">estimates@sacramentohandyman.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you need to install a toilet or faucet? Why break the bank with having a plumber do it when you can do it yourself? Here are tips on toilet installation or faucet installation. 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