Do Tall Toilets Measure Up?

September 19, 2012

When the ADA, Americans with Disabilities Act, required the manufacture of what many call tall toilets or raised or elevated toilets, a cheer went up from groups everywhere.

From those who are disabled or wheelchair bound, to those who are elderly and finally to those people who are just extremely tall, these models have made life better for several groups. We’ll look at these versions and if you are looking to remodel your bathroom or build a new home, this may help you decide if these types of toilets are right for you.

Just exactly what is a tall toilet? Is it more than just the height? Are some models better than others? Are these hard to install? These questions are the most common and today we’ll take them one at a time and try to give you basic information on tall toilets and how they might fit into your Seattle home.

Let’s start with what these toilets are. As the name implies these models sit higher than a normal toilet. The ADA required these heights to make it easier for people to get up and down and for those bound to wheelchairs to be able to slide in and out. And as we mentioned above for those whose only challenge is the fact that they are extremely tall these models have been very helpful.

Are some models better than others? To answer this question we’ll use data from regular toilets sales since we have more sales to go by at this point in time. Toilets from major manufacturers will do the job and while some might be slightly better than others for the most part you will be safe with your choice. These taller versions are the same in every way except for their height.

The inner workings and plumbing are identical to a normal size toilet so there are no worries there. Are they hard to install? Since they are the same except for the height the answer is no. But do make sure you have enough space for the extra height. For instance if you have a cabinet that is above the toilet, it might need to be removed or simply moved higher.

We hope we have shed some light on these helpful alternatives to the standard toilets. Models today are better than ever, are made to last and in some instances use less water too. No matter if you are remodeling or building a new home in Seattle, we hope our tips help you make the best choice. Consult your Seattle plumber about installing a tall toilet when you remodel your bathroom.

 

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Low-Flow Lowdown

May 14, 2012

Contrary to popular myth, plumber Thomas Crapper did not invent the flush toilet. One of his contemporaries, though, did create the first toilet that prevented sewer gases from entering the home. Englishman Joseph Adamson’s 1853 design — the siphon flush — eventually made obsolete both the chamber pot and the outhouse. Adamson’s invention, like all modern toilets, relies on the tendency of a moving liquid to continue flowing, even in defiance of gravity: The tank is kept full, and during a flush, the water rushes into the bowl, creating a surge over the weir (or dam). The flow stops when the bowl is empty, and the tank refills in preparation for the next flush.

Originally, tanks were placed high above the bowl to get water moving forcefully enough to clear the weir, but by 1915, narrower, smoother porcelain passageways allowed quieter, 5- to 7-gallon tanks to be mounted on the backs of bowls. The next giant leap in toilet technology came in 1994, when federal law restricted tanks to 1.6 gallons per flush, but to those who used the first generation of low-flow toilets, this leap seemed more of a stumble. “They often needed two flushes,” says This Old House plumbing and heating consultant Richard Trethewey. Manufacturers largely fixed that problem by further modifying the passageways to move a reduced amount of water more vigorously into the bowl.

Anatomy of a Low-Flow Toilet

FLUSH LEVER: Pulls the lift chain.

LIFT CHAIN: Opens the flapper. A chain float limits the flush to 1.6 gallons by closing the flapper when the tank has drained to a set level.

OVERFLOW TUBE: Protects against an accidental overfilling of the tank.

FLOAT: Shuts a valve on the supply line when the tank level reaches a predetermined depth.

FLAPPER: Releases tank water into the bowl. When released by the chain float, drops against the flush valve seat, sealing the tank so it can refill.

TRAP: Holds water in the bowl, blocking the entry of sewer gases, until the flow from the tank pushes the water over the weir.

SIPHON JET: Concentrates flow from the tank, jump-starting the siphoning effect.

RIM HOLES (not shown): Release water during the flush, cleaning the sides of the bowl.

You can easily integrate this water-saving fixture into your home. Your Tacoma plumber can fill you in on the best low-flow toilet for your Tacoma home and can handle the installation of your low-flow toilet easily and efficiently.

 

Article Source: http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/article/0,,213021,00.html

 

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All HET Up

May 2, 2012

Replace your gravity flush toilet with a high-efficiency model.

The newest generation of high-efficiency toilets (HETs) are 20 percent more efficient than current federal standards. HETs not only take water efficiency to higher levels, they are frequently capable of flushing more waste. HETs are currently offered by all major fixture manufacturers.

There is very little correlation between the amount of water flushed and the effectiveness of a toilet. In testing, some 3.5 gallon-per-flush toilets cannot consistently flush 250 grams of waste, while some 1.1 gallon toilets reliably flush a full 1,000 grams.

At a minimum, a toilet should be able to reliably flush at least 250 grams of solid waste and 24 sheets of toilet paper. The standard maximum performance rating tests a toilet’s flushing ability up to 1,000 grams.

HET’s can be dual-flush, pressure-assisted, or gravity flush. Each technology has pros and cons.

Dual-Flush HETs

These toilets have two-flush controls: one for liquid waste and the other for solids. When used properly, the overall average flush volume is typically around 1.28 gallons per flush (GPF). A variety of quality manufacturers make dual-flush toilets, some meeting the 1,000 gram test maximum. Some dual-flush toilets are lever operated, requiring the user to raise the lever for a small flush and depress the lever for a full flush. Others have two distinct buttons to select the flush. With the lever style dual-flush toilets, there is a possibility that users will not be conscientious enough to lift the lever when a small flush will suffice, thus resulting in higher than expected water use. The button style design requires a conscious decision.

Pressure-Assisted HETs

These toilets employ a closed vessel inside the tank. When pressurized water enters the vessel, air is compressed at the top. When the water is released, the air expands rapidly, creating a high-velocity jet of water that pushes the waste through the trap. Eight major manufacturers make pressure-assisted HETs that flush with just 1.1 gallons and are capable of consistently disposing of 500 to 1,000 grams in a single flush. Although pressurized units have become quieter, some people object to the brief, but noisy flush. A benefit of pressurized units is that they are flapperless.

Gravity Flush HETs

The new generation of gravity flush high-efficiency toilets typically have enlarged flappers and waste trapways. Through computer modeling and extensive testing, engineers have developed models with superior siphoning action to help pull the waste through the bowl. Gravity flush HETs are available that are capable of flushing up to 1,000 grams of solid waste. Gravity flush HETs use flappers and many of the flappers are proprietary, which may make it difficult to find replacements at your Tacoma neighborhood hardware store.

regardless of which type of toilet you ultimately decide on, your Tacoma plumber can easily handle the plumbing installation.

 

Article Source: http://www.snwa.com/consv/indoor_toilets_high.html

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Wasted Water is Money Down the Drain

April 11, 2012

Conserving water is a fantastic habit to get into to because it saves water and reduces waste-water treatment costs. Conserving hot water can even save you money on your Tacoma heating and cooling bills.

Let us start by explaining how conserving water can result in potential cost savings. Basically it’s a simple process in which all the water that drains away from showers, sinks and toilets ends up in the sewage treatment plant. The more water that the sewage plant has to process, the higher the costs are. So the more water generated by a toilet flush, the brushing of your teeth, washing of your hands, showering, etc., the more waste water ends up at the sewage treatment plant. If you could reduce the amount of water being generated, by perhaps having a 3.5 gallon toilet installed instead of a 5 or 7 gallon toilet or even just using water efficient fixtures installed, you could cut down on the costs of treating the water.

When trying to conserve water, the water meter is your best friend. If you are on a public Tacoma water system, it should be easy to find your water meter because it will be located either on your property or very close to it. The water meter will tell you how much water you are using and it can help you detect leaks. To read a water meter you need to take the second reading and subtract the first reading from it. The answer will equal how many cubic feet of water you have used. Keep in mind; there are 7.5 gallons of water in one cubic foot of water. It should also help to know that a family of four uses about 1500 gallons of water per day maintaining an average Tacoma household and a garden.

Water meters can also be used to detect leaks. All you have to do is turn off every plumbing fixture in your house for a couple of hours and take a meter reading. If the reading changes, a leak exists. Keep in mind; you mustn’t forget to shut off the built-in icemaker or the reverse osmosis water filtration system because they turn themselves on automatically.

Bathrooms are the rooms that use the most amount of water. On estimate, toilet use adds up to about 40% of your water use. If you are looking to conserve water you should definitely use a 3.5 or 1.6 gallons per flush toilet. Simply converting from a 7 gallon toilet to a 1.6 gallon toilet can reduce your overall water use by 25% or more. Furthermore, a leaky toilet will waste 50 gallons of water or more per day regardless of the size.

If you think your toilet might have a leak, there is an easy way to find out for sure. It’s called the food coloring test! Simply place a few drops of food coloring into the tank and allow the toilet to go unused for about15-20 minutes. When you return to your toilet you should check to see if the water in the toilet bowl has a tint of the food coloring in it. If so, you are the lucky winner of a toilet leak. The leak is usually the result of loose fittings or worn washers. Try installing a new washer or tightening the fittings. If that doesn’t work, have your Tacoma plumber fix the problem right away.

Another way to conserve water is to install low-flow water fixtures. These are especially useful for shower heads. Traditional shower heads allow a flow of seven gallons per minute which for a five-minute shower equals to 35 gallons of water. By switching to a low-flow shower head, using 3.5 gallons per minute, you can reduce the water used in a shower by half. Also, if you are using less hot water, it will reveal itself each month when you get your Tacoma gas and electric bill.

Lastly, you can conserve water by keeping an eye on the kitchen and laundry situations. Dishwashers and clothes washers use 17 to 35 gallons of water per load so it would be a good idea to run full loads at all times. Also, during the summer, you might want to watch how careless you are with your outdoor water use. Simply washing an automobile can use 100 gallons of water and watering the grass can add up to even more.

Article Source: http://www.plumbingkey.com/conserving-water.html

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Flush Up With Upflush

February 23, 2012

What is an Upflush Toilet?

The upflush toilet is a great addition to any Tacoma home. It is also more cost effective compared to a standard toilet in terms of the amount of flushing water it uses. When the upflush toilet is flushed, the water level will be pressured so that it rises into the treatment tank. In the treatment tank, the grinder motor cuts the feces automatically so that it becomes macerated. The rotating blades will grind the contents in 3 – 4 seconds. The finely ground feces is pumped into a standard pipe which measures 0.75 to 1 inch in diameter. After that, the tank becomes empty so that the system can be reused.
The upflush toilet is designed to solve the problem of a standard toilet. The important feature in an upflush toilet is the macerator pump and small diameter pipe. The powerful macerator contains a sharp blade which can effectively shred the feces and toilet paper so that they become liquefied in the water. Once it is mixed with water, it can easily be flushed into the upward pipe.
The quiet electric pump generates the pressure for moving the slurry upward in the pipe. The narrow pipe which measure ¾ inch in diameter solves the structural problems in most homes. The finely grinded slurry will be flushed upward through the pipe into the septic tank.

Advantages of the Upflush Toilet

Upflush toilets offer many benefits. With an upflush toilet, the location is not limited to the drainage system. For example, if you have a child with special needs, you can install the toilet beside the bed.
The macerating pump can be installed in areas such as your Tacoma attic or basement. Furthermore, the unit is portable and can be moved to a different location. When you want to move the unit, you simply remove the four screws and move it to the desired location.
With Tacoma home remodels, there is the problem of the lack of drain line in the location where you want to install the toilet. The upflush toilet solves this problem by simplifying the toilet installation. The installation for the upflush toilet is less time consuming because it does not require you to remove the tiles on the floor of the bathroom. Due to its versatility, upflush toilet is suitable for making temporary toilets, especially for elderly or disabled people.

Conclusion

Upflush toilets cost more than the standard toilet. However, the upflush toilet can be installed anywhere in your Tacoma home for less. Compare with the standard toilet which will cost up to a few thousand dollars. If you have already installed the plumb lines, you will not want an upflush toilet. However, if the toilet is unplanned, the up flush design is the most economical option.
The power flush system has a higher cost than the standard system. Although power flush uses dual flush toilets to help the toilet to flush efficiently, the extra pressure is unnecessary. In addition, power flush systems cannot flush everything that the upflush system can handle.
When buying upflushing toilets, you can purchase unit that is specifically designed for your Tacoma bathroom. This allows all the waters in the unit in the bathroom to be plumbed through a single pipe. If you want to add a sink or shower in the room, this unit is the best option.

Consult with your Tacoma plumber if you are considering an upflush toilet for your home.

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Sorry – This Toilet Doesn’t Do Windows

February 1, 2012

Even though you can’t buy the Hang Fung gold toilet for your master bath, there are plenty of other fancy fixtures available to accent your Seattle bathroom. But you’re going to have to shell out big bucks for them.

The Neorest 600 certainly falls into this category. The Neorest takes the cake as the most expensive commode available for purchase in the home. Produced by bathroom fixture manufacturer Toto, the Neorest 600 is a tankless, one-piece toilet. It may not be gold, but you could call it green: It’s a low-flow toilet, conserving water by sending only 1.6 gallons down the drain per flush. But you’ll be too busy sitting in awe of the Neorest to yearn for the water-frivolous days of the full-flow toilet. It’s also a bathroom dynamo, doing all of the work your old toilet used to make you do.

When the Neorest senses your approach, the toilet lifts its lid, inviting you to have a seat. Once you do your thing, a gentle blast of warm water cleans your bottom. This is followed by the toilet’s air-dry function. And after you get up, the toilet flushes the ionized, self-cleaning bowl and deodorizes the air [source: Toto]. With all of these features, maybe the $5,800 retail price for the Neorest 600 isn’t so much, relatively speaking [source: Forbes]. Plus, you can find them for sale as low as $3,159 [source: Buy Plumbing]. Of course, you can get a regular residential toilet in the U.S. and Canada for around $150, but these certainly don’t come with the bells and whistles the Neorest offers.

If you’re going to remodel your Seattle bathroom, why not go all the way? How about some gold leaf inlay in the counter’s backsplash? And what about Italian marble tile for the bathroom’s floor?

Be sure to install the big fixtures first. There’s the Idrolux “L” shower, which retails for around $24,000. This freestanding shower includes UV panels, designed to give you a healthy, tanned glow while you bathe [source: Idrolux]. If you don’t like standing when you scrub down, you can opt to rest easy in 21 inches of warm water in Kohler’s Kallista Archeo bathtub. Before you sink into the tub, check the price tag: This freestanding copper bathtub goes for more than $66,000 [source: Forbes].

How about a nice sink, too? The Italbrass Mezz’aria dual basin sink might look nice reflecting the blue UV glow of your tanning shower — the wall-mounted floating sink is stainless steel. The nearly $7,500 price tag doesn’t include the complementary mirror to go above it, but you’ll want a mirror from another company anyway [source: Quality Bath]. Seura offers wall-mounted, over-the-sink mirrors as large as 45 inches wide that feature an LCD television embedded inside. You can get ready and watch the news at the same time. When turned off, the TV disappears, and the fixture looks like a normal mirror [source: Seura]. The mirrors and their frames can be customized per order, and they fetch around $5,000 for the 45-inch model [source: Home Annex].

Still, starting your day off in your Seattle bathroom with all of these luxury features would probably put a pretty good spin on things. And who can put a price on that feeling?

If you do purchase a Toto, your Seattle plumber will happily handle the installation for you.  Meanwhile, be sure to contact your plumber for any other plumbing repairs you may need help with.  You may just find yourself in need of toilet repair services for your regular old Seattle bathroom fixture.

Article Source: http://home.howstuffworks.com/most-expensive-toilet-in-world1.htm

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The Great TP Debate Continues…

January 16, 2012

If you care about which way the toilet paper roll is installed, you apparently have plenty of company.  Your Seattle plumber does not wish to express an opinion concerning toilet paper orientation, but simply wishes to inform and entertain.  Also be aware that should you, in your frustration, tear off entirely too much toilet paper and manage somehow to clog the toilet, your Seattle plumber will happily take care of your clogged toilet.

According to a survey at The Toilet Paper Encyclopedia website, 68% of the people who took the survey prefer to hang toilet paper with the sheets coming out over the roll, with 25% preferring the sheets coming out under the roll. That adds up to 93%, so I’m not sure what happened with the other 7% who took the survey, since this would seem to be an either-or type of question.

Google search results for the phrase “toilet paper over or under” confirm that there are lots of  people out there who have taken the time to think about and weigh in with all sorts of rationalizations on this issue:

  • Installing the toilet paper “under” may prevent toddlers or cats from pulling all of the paper off the roll.
  • Installing the toilet paper “over” lets it hang freely, making it easier to tear off.
  • Installing the paper “under” makes it more difficult to get more than a couple of sheets at a time, thus conserving paper.
  • Installing the paper “over” makes it easier to locate and restart a sheet.
  • People who install toilet paper “under” are ignorant, imbecilic half-wits incapable of basic hygiene.
  • People who install toilet paper “over” are anal-obsessive, addle-brained Neanderthals who can barely manage to wipe themselves.

Even weirder than people who take the time to think about this issue are those people who get militant about it. These Toilet Paper Nazis actually believe  they have the God-given right to flip toilet paper that is not installed according to their preference.

When visiting friends or relatives, do you flip the toilet paper to conform with your preferred orientation? If so, I just have to ask: what are you THINKING? Are you completely INSANE? Do you also rearrange their furniture, make them put on different outfits, rename their children and pets? Where is your sense of propriety?

And do you have any idea how dangerous toilet paper flipping can be? There are a lot of weird people out there, and reactions can range from mild consternation all the way up to psychotic rage and violent attack. Is toilet paper alignment really worth dying for?

Apparently people have faced divorce, friendships have been ruined, and families have been torn apart over the “over” vs. “under” issue.  Therefore, as a public service, here are a few suggestions to help you cope when a friend or loved one disagrees with you about toilet paper alignment:

  • Recognize that it doesn’t really matter, let them have their way, and get on with your life.
  • Don’t argue — just keep flipping the toilet paper every time you use the bathroom. Over a period of months or years, the situation will work itself out. Or not.
  • Set up a monthly toilet paper schedule: “over” on even days, “under” on odd days.
  • Install two toilet paper holders side-by-side in each bathroom; one for “over,” one for “under.”
  • Rotate the toilet paper dispenser 90 degrees, so that the roll is installed vertically, thus eliminating the over vs. under debate. But realize that this will likely lead to arguments over “clockwise” vs. “counterclockwise.”
  • Just get a bidet and be done with it!

You should also try to understand that, in the end, “over” and “under” are really just complementary opposites within a greater whole. Or greater roll. Or something…

Article Source:  http://www.stuffweirdpeoplelike.com/2009/08/24/6-caring-about-the-toilet-paper-over-vs-under/

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Is Your Tacoma Toilet Running? Better Catch It!

December 5, 2011

You hear a hissing in the middle of the night. You notice your Tacoma water bill is higher than normal. What you probably have is the common running toilet that, if not addressed, will cost you hundreds of unnecessary dollars.

Fixing a leaking toilet is not a hard skill to learn. The savings (and pride) will last a lifetime. So, here’s a free plumbing tip on causes of a running toilet.

Finding The Cause Of The Leak

The first thing to fix any problem is to find what is causing it.  In order to do that we learn how a toilet basically works.

When you push down the toilet handle, all you’re doing is moving a rod upward that lifts something called a flapper that is preventing the tank water from draining into the toilet. The flapper stays up in the tank water because there is a pocket of air in the flapper. As the tank water level drops, so will the floating flapper. It will fall right back into place, sealing the hole that lets out the tank water into the toilet bowl.

What controls water from filling up the tank is a floater that is attached to a rod. As the floater moves up and down with the water level of the tank, it will either open or close a valve. This is how water is let in to refill the toilet tank, and shuts off automatically as the floater rises with the water level. At the same time, water is also directed into the toilet bowl via a tube running in an overflow tube. Again, once the tank reaches a certain level, all water flow should stop.

If the water level is above the overflow tube, water will be constantly draining into the bowl and the floater will never get high enough to shut off the valve. There should be a screw above where the water flows into the tank. Turn it either way to see how it adjust the floater. Alternatively, you could bend the rod to lower the floater. Thus, the floater will reach a point where it shuts of the inflow of water completely. Obviously, the water level needs to be lower than the overflow tube. Check to make sure this is true as it could be as simple as making this adjustment to stop a running toilet.

Another cause of a running toilet could be that water is leaking into the bowl through the flapper part at the bottom of the tank. To test to see if this is the problem, put some food coloring into the tank. Check the bowl in about 5 minutes to see If there is coloring in the bowl. If so, your flapper is not sealing the drain hole completely. In this case, all you have to do is buy a new flapper.

If you have a tank ball sealing the drain hole, make sure the vertical rod is positioned perfectly so that the tank ball will sit in the drain hole perpendicularly.

Another cause could be a short or kinked chain (if you have a flapper type flushing system). Make sure there is enough slack in the chain so that the flapper will completely seat (in the drain hole).

If none of those are the cause of your running toilet, then the filler valve (the part where water comes out to fill your tank) could be the culprit. If your assembly allows you to get to the valve, there should be either rubber washers or O-rings that seal water flow. Check them out to see if there’s ANY wear. Replace if necessary.

If, on the other hand, it seems like it’s one solid piece, you’ll have to change the whole assembly. In this case, you must shut off the toilet water supply at the shut off valve, flush the toilet, and remove the whole assembly by unscrewing the water inlet pipe, and then the whole filler assembly. You will need a wrench, a bucket, and some rags to complete this job. There are videos on the internet showing you how to perform this extraction and installation.

When To Call A Tacoma Plumber

Are you afraid you might do more harm than good? Don’t like getting down on your hands and knees and getting a little wet? Or, maybe you have better things to do with your time? These are all valid reasons to let a professional Tacoma plumber do the work for you. A skilled plumber should be able to diagnose and fix the leak for you without too many problems.

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Toilet Guide for Your Tacoma Bathroom

August 24, 2011

perfect_toiletWhen choosing a toilet for your Tacoma bathroom, there are factors that you must consider to achieve the design, theme, and functionality that you want. The size, height and purpose should take part in your selection. What most people would look for initially is the appearance of the toilet. Unfortunately, you should not rely on appearance alone. There are other aspects that should come into play so that your toilet fits you and your family’s needs.  Your Tacoma plumbing contractor can advise you as to the advantages and disadvantages of each option and can then install your new toilet.

Even if there’s a wide array of toilet selection in the market it is still easy to narrow down the choices. By determining the distance between your bathroom’s wall and the middle of the drain meant for your toilet, you can easily pinpoint the right toilet for your bathroom. Upon renovating your bathroom you have utilized the current rough-in distance that is in another measurement, you can narrow down your selection some more.

An elongated toilet is a popular choice among many homeowners but when your bathroom’s space is limited, a round bowl is more appropriate for it. A round bowl can also save you some cost since it is cheaper than the elongated version. The height of your toilet should also be comfortable enough for anybody who is going to use it. There are already plenty of toilet heights other than the traditional 14-inch fixture available in the market today. Taller toilets are essential components in general design, which gives your bathroom accessibility to all sorts of users, because sitting down and standing up from a taller toilet is much more comfortable.

When it comes to style, there are also plenty of toilet designs to choose from. If you want a cheaper version, a two-piece toilet that features a tank that sits on top of the bowl would be a better choice. A one-piece toilet, with the tank and bowl attached together, is more expensive but the seamless design makes it easier to remove the dirt and mildew. There are also wall-mounted toilet designs that can lend a dramatic appearance to your bathroom. Cleaning this kind of toilet is also not a problem. But because this is considered a high-end fixture, the installation will cost you more since you will need a thicker wall to set up the toilet and accommodate the tank. And fixing the toilet in the future may require you to open up your wall again.

Just like any products in the market, some toilets boast of better functionality than their counterparts. The latest technology has also found its way to a number of toilet designs. Their flushing abilities have shown significant improvements over the years. If you want the latest innovation in flushing, you should make a trip to a showroom and inquire about it through their salesperson. He would be able to introduce to you the latest products in the market that feature cutting edge technology. If you are into water conservation, you can choose a toilet with a dual-flush design.

If you constantly have to remind other users in your house to put the seat down after every use, a soft-closing toilet seat will definitely put an end to your misery. This kind of toilet seat closes itself after use and puts a stop to slamming. A heated toilet seat is also a great add-on that is not heavy on the budget. Although they don’t really make a huge difference when it comes to functionality and necessity,  they can make your bathroom look nicer and more exciting to use.

Regardless of which toilet you opt for, the chances are that, at some point, you will need toilet repair.  Your Tacoma plumbing contractor will be on hand no matter what the issue.

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