Toilet Repair & Installation | Atlanta
Toilet Repair and Installation in Marietta and Metro Atlanta
Your toilet runs every day without much thought until it starts running, clogging, or leaking around the base, and then it gets old fast. A&G Plumbing & Drain has been fixing and replacing toilets for Marietta and Metro Atlanta homeowners since 2006. We are a family-owned shop, licensed and insured, and we carry a 4.9-star rating across 420+ reviews. Whether you need a quick part swapped out or a whole new toilet set, you can reach us at (770) 627-4421.
Running Toilets That Never Stop
A running toilet is the most common call we get, and it is almost always one of two cheap parts gone bad. The flapper is the rubber seal at the bottom of the tank. Over a few years it gets stiff or warped, so it no longer seats tight, and water keeps trickling from the tank into the bowl. The fill valve is the other usual suspect. When it stops shutting off at the right level, the tank overfills and water runs down the overflow tube nonstop.
Either way, you hear the tank cycling on its own and you pay for it on the water bill. A running toilet can quietly waste hundreds of gallons a day. If you want to understand the mechanics before you call, our blog post on why your toilet keeps running walks through what is happening inside the tank. We replace flappers, fill valves, flush valves, and the supply line, and we test the toilet through several full flush cycles before we leave so you know it is actually fixed.
Clogged Toilets and Slow Flushes
Most clogs are simple. Too much paper, a kid’s toy, or wipes that should never go down a toilet (even the ones labeled flushable). We clear those quickly with the right auger so we do not scratch the bowl. The trickier ones are the toilets that flush slow, gurgle, or back up again a day later. That usually points further down the line, not in the toilet itself.
When a clog keeps coming back, or more than one drain in the house is sluggish at the same time, the real problem is often in the main line. In that case we move over to professional drain cleaning, where we can snake or hydro-jet the line and run a camera to see exactly what is going on, including tree roots, which are common in older Metro Atlanta neighborhoods.
Leaking Base and the Wax Ring
If you see water pooling around the bottom of the toilet, or you smell sewer gas in the bathroom, the wax ring under the toilet has usually failed. That ring seals the toilet to the flange on the floor. When it dries out or the toilet shifts, the seal breaks and dirty water seeps out at every flush. Left alone, it rots the subfloor, and a small repair turns into a much bigger one.
Fixing it means pulling the toilet, scraping off the old wax, checking the flange, setting a fresh ring, and resetting the toilet level and tight. We also handle the toilet that rocks or wobbles when you sit down. A wobble is not just annoying, it slowly breaks the wax seal and cracks the porcelain, so we re-level it and shim or replace bolts as needed rather than letting it grind away.
Toilet Replacement and Better Models
Sometimes repair does not make sense. A cracked tank or bowl, a toilet that clogs constantly, or an old water-guzzling model from decades ago is usually worth replacing outright. When we install a new toilet, we pull and haul off the old one, set a new wax ring, connect everything, and verify a clean flush and no leaks.
Two upgrades are worth knowing about. Comfort-height toilets (also called chair-height) sit roughly 17 to 19 inches to the seat instead of the standard 15, which is easier on the knees and back and is the same height range used for ADA compliance. The other is a WaterSense-labeled high-efficiency toilet, which uses 1.28 gallons per flush or less, at least 20 percent under the old standard, without the weak flush that gave early low-flow toilets a bad name. Over a year that adds up on the water bill. We are happy to help you pick a model that fits your bathroom and your budget.
What Toilet Work Costs in the Atlanta Area
Pricing depends on the part and the situation, but here are honest ranges so you are not guessing. A running-toilet fix (flapper or fill valve) typically runs about $100 to $300 with parts and labor. A wax ring replacement, since it means pulling and resetting the toilet, generally falls in the $125 to $350 range. Replacing a standard toilet in the Marietta and Atlanta area usually runs about $280 to $780 installed, depending on the model you choose and whether the old one needs hauling off. We confirm a clear price before any work starts, and same-day service is often available during business hours.
We serve homeowners across Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, Roswell, and the broader Metro Atlanta area. Call (770) 627-4421, Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my toilet keep running after I flush?
It is almost always a worn flapper that no longer seals or a fill valve that does not shut off at the right level. Both are inexpensive parts. If you want the full explanation of what is happening in the tank, read our post on why your toilet is running, then give us a call and we will swap the failing part.
How much does it cost to fix a running toilet in Atlanta?
Most running-toilet repairs run about $100 to $300 with parts and labor, depending on whether it is the flapper, the fill valve, or both. We will confirm the exact price before we start, so there are no surprises.
My toilet is leaking around the base. Is that serious?
It can be. Water at the base usually means a failed wax ring, and if it sits there it can damage the subfloor. It is worth fixing soon. We pull the toilet, set a new ring, check the flange, and reset everything tight, generally in the $125 to $350 range.
Should I repair my toilet or just replace it?
If it is a single worn part, repair is the cheaper, smarter move. If the tank or bowl is cracked, the toilet clogs over and over, or it is a very old water-wasting model, replacement usually pays off. We will give you a straight recommendation either way.
What is a comfort-height toilet?
A comfort-height (chair-height) toilet sits about 17 to 19 inches to the seat instead of the standard 15, which is easier on your knees and back and matches ADA height standards. It is a popular upgrade when we replace an old toilet.
Do you offer same-day toilet service?
Often, yes. Same-day service is available during business hours when our schedule allows. Call us at (770) 627-4421 and we will let you know the soonest we can get to you.