Sometimes repair isn't worth it. Downing Plumbing removes your old toilet and installs a new, water-efficient model throughout Lake, Porter, and LaPorte County — often in a single visit.
TOILET REPLACEMENT
Toilets manufactured before 1994 use 3.5 to 7 gallons per flush. Today's WaterSense-certified models use 1.28 gallons or less. If your home has original toilets from a 1970s or 1980s build — common in Merrillville, Crown Point, Hobart, and across Northwest Indiana — replacing them is one of the highest-return plumbing upgrades you can make. The average family saves over 13,000 gallons of water per year by switching to efficient toilets.
Toilet replacement makes sense when: the porcelain is cracked, the toilet has needed repeated repairs in a short period, it rocks excessively and the flange is compromised, or the bowl is simply worn and difficult to keep clean. Downing Plumbing removes the old toilet, inspects the flange and subfloor condition, and installs the new unit with a fresh wax seal and new supply line.
You can purchase your own toilet and we'll install it, or we can source a quality unit for you. We'll let you know if the flange needs repair before the new toilet is set — doing a replacement on a damaged flange is a mistake we don't make.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
A complete replacement — from removing the old unit to confirming the new one is leak-free and flushing correctly.
Downing Plumbing installs new toilets throughout Northwest Indiana — call now or book online.
HOW IT WORKS
In and out in a single visit — your bathroom is functional again the same day.
We shut off water, drain the tank and bowl, disconnect and remove the old toilet. We check the flange and subfloor condition before proceeding.
If the toilet flange is cracked, corroded, or low, we repair it before setting the new toilet. Skipping this step causes future problems.
We set a new wax ring, position and level the toilet, bolt it down, connect the supply line, and install the tank and seat.
We flush multiple times and check around the base and supply connection for any leaks before calling the job complete.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
See what customers are saying about Downing Plumbing's professional plumbing, drain cleaning, sewer, and water heater services throughout Northwest Indiana.
"Exceptional service in an emergency situation! Incredible organization to deal with!!"
"Same day service. Knowledgeable craftsmen did excellent work. No complaints."
"The installation of my new water heater was done with courtesy and efficiency."
READY TO GET STARTED?
Whether you need drain cleaning, sewer repair, water heater service, sump pump repairs, or emergency plumbing help, Downing Plumbing is ready to help.
