Toilet Repair

We can repair most toilets. What are your simptoms?

• Does your toilet never stop running?
• Does your toilet need a little jiggle?
• Is your toilet leaking from the tank, bowl, or shut off valve?
• Is your toilet rocking?
• Is the caulking on your toilet bowl looking warn or flaking off?
• Do you want a green (more energy effecient) toilet?
• Do you need a handicap accessible toilet (ADA) for added safety or comfort?

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How to choose a new toilet?

Round Front (RF) or Elongated Front (EF)?

RF toilets are compact to fit in small spaces & are less expensive than EF models.

EF toilets feature extended rim length, especially designed for comfortable use by adults.

 
round(RF), elongated(EF)

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One-Piece or Two-Piece?

A "One-Piece" toilet is actually six to ten individual pieces sculpted into a seamless, space-saving unit. The result is a sleek, hand-crafted toilet w/ no crevices between the tank & bowl to collect dirt & odors.

"Two-piece" toilets feature the traditional design of a separate tank & bowl which are bolted together upon installation.

one-piece

two-piece

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Gravity-Fed or Pressure-Assisted Flush?

There are two basic types of toilet flushing systems; both types save water by using 1.6 gallons of water per flush.

Gravity-fed flush toilets use the force of gravity & a siphon "pull-through" action to empty the bowl. Look for gravity-fed toilets offering high performance to efficiently & quietly dispose waste.

Pressure-assisted toilets harness pressure from the water supply in the home to create a powerful "push-through" flush. All waste is removed quickly in about four seconds. Pressure assisted toilets are slightly louder & there is no condensation or "sweating" on the outer tank.

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Quality

Look for toilets with a deep, rich coat of glaze, insuring an even, easy to clean glossy surface. Ideally, the internal trapway should be glazed, providing a smooth surface to facilitate the flow of waste & prevent clogging. Look for superior quality for lasting durability performance.

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Size

Toilets come in varying sizes, so check the width, depth & height of your available space. Also, most toilets bolt to the floor 12" from the wall, but some toilet manufacturers also make 10" & 14" models. Measure first.

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Style

Toilet manufacturers offer a wide range of styles, from traditional to contemporary.

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Definitions

HET - High Efficiency Toilet

ADA - American Disabilities Act. ANSI 117.1a 2003 aka. Handicap Toilets 17" to 19" in height. 2" to 4" taller than your standard toilet.

RH - Flush Lever is on right side when sitting on toilet.

LH - Flush Lever is on left side when sitting on toilet.

EF - Elongated Front

RF - Round Front

John Cullinan
9942 284th Avenue
Zimmerman, MN 55398
Phone: 763-633-4948
Cell: 763-443-8171
Fax: 763-634-9019
jcullinan@handymana1.com