I'm installing one of these tomorrow for a client. Thanks for the tips.

@groutrx1415

Ай бұрын

Glad it helped you out.

Brilliant video, very helpful.

Somebody get this guy a socket set!

@groutrx1415

Жыл бұрын

That's a great point. I should probably keep one in my kit.

@paulvarrieur976

4 ай бұрын

At the very least a set of open end box end combo SAE wrenches.

Concise and clearly explained. Thanks for sharing.

@groutrx1415

3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the feedback. This has helped several older clients with toilet accessibility.

Superb Video !!! Excellent commentary: Easy to follow, succinct, real tips for a successful install. Great Video: Steady & Well-Done (no unnecessary gimmicks). Explaining the Complete & Total job from beginning to end. Refreshing to watch a real professional at work as opposed to many of those self-proclaimed pros! Exactly the video, I was trying to find.

@groutrx1415

Жыл бұрын

Thanks. The positive feedback is really encouraging!

Being plastic it seems like the extender would shift on the tile even bolted down. I would be concerned the toilet and extender turning on the flange as people use the toilet. Usually people caulk a toilet at the base. Wouldn't running a bead of caulk around the base of both the toilet as well as the extender to lock everything in place?

@groutrx1415

2 жыл бұрын

The plastic extender is not ideal, but given the sanitary issues people have with traditional seat risers, it is a far better option. In terms of caulking around toilets, this is never a good idea for two reasons. The first id if the wax ring fails, the water becomes trapped and it is difficult to know if it is leaking because the water is trapped. The second reason is tile and grout alone do not waterproof a floor. it is the substrate underneath. Rarely do tile installers properly waterproof where the closet flange meets the floor and if the wax ring does fail and the water blocked from escaping due to caulk, it will make its way into the subfloor, rot the wood and cause staining on the ceiling below if it is not a first floor bathroom. Getting back to the the plastic riser, if you wanted to stabilize it a bit further, I would use a two part epoxy putty and put about two dabs to the front left and right of the riser. It will hold better than caulk and be easy enough to break off with a chisel. www.lowes.com/pd/J-B-WELD-WaterWeld-White-Epoxy-Adhesive/3389026?cm_mmc=shp-_-c-_-prd-_-pnt-_-ggl-_-LIA_PNT_221_Glue-Adhesives-Caulk-Repair-_-3389026-_-0-_-0-_-0&ds_rl=1286981&gclid=Cj0KCQiA15yNBhDTARIsAGnwe0Vcrom9PNbxUEMMij2Zj_ptH0mp6fgJv3-bE4xYLNsBIIUWgWRHhAsaAgiHEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

Such clear instructions that I feel as though I could do it myself… (if I could lift a toilet)….

@groutrx1415

2 жыл бұрын

A toilet becomes much easier to lift if you take the tank off. If the bowl is too much, to lift, time to call a professional!

Could this riser be used in a basement bathroom application? I currently have a bathroom that has an elevated floor of about 7 inches to accommodate the toilet connection to the sewer drain. I want to eliminate that raised floor to increase the overall height of the room and still be able to have the toilet drain correctly. This would be a huge savings over the cost of a macerating toilet. The other fixtures (shower and sink) have other options for their drains so it is just the toilet that is a problem.

@groutrx1415

Жыл бұрын

Possibly, You would have to demo out the existing floor to see how the closet flange is positioned. If the drain pipe is not coming directly up from the floor, you may have to build a pedestal for your throne. Do you know where the main drain pipe is for your house relative to the basement toilet? If you email me some pictures of the setup, I can assist you with a plan on moving forward. d-morrison@gmail.com

Nice post. How much would you charge to change a wax ring on a toilet? Prob couldn't till you look at the situation. This situation... -No water shutoff accept at the breaker to the pump house. -toilet sitting on carpet and been rocking,liquid in insulation under home. -the line coming in that doesn't have a shut-off is that old PEX type of pipe:off white color. -nuts and bolts at bottom are totally rusted. Can you give me an estimate for this scenario? Lol.

@groutrx1415

Жыл бұрын

Where are you located? It sounds like you need more than a wax ring. If you are going to shut off the water, it is best to add a shutoff valve. Is the wood rotted underneath the toilet?

@JamesBrown-ei8wc

Жыл бұрын

@@groutrx1415 I think I can get it. Had an issue with my other toilet, the seal between the tank and bowl. Replaced bolts washers and seals, and added a cutoff, 1/2-5/8 shark bite cutoff to metal flexible line. Luckily I had one of those pipe snips. I'm scared to look at the floor on the carpet one issue. I'm probably going to have to replace floor. Add a new flange ECT. I've got the tools it's just up to me now. 😰 If the floor isn't to bad , it shouldn't be to bad.

What kind of toilet is that? I have a Toto 2-piece elongated skirted model. Non ADA compliant.

@groutrx1415

11 ай бұрын

It has been a number of years since I have been on that job site, but I believe it is a Kohler toilet. The dimensions for the base I used are in the link below. www.vitalitymedical.com/toilevator-toilet-riser.html?network=g&device=c&keyword&campaign=916499233&adgroup=pla-340725350369&gclid=CjwKCAiAyc2BBhAaEiwA44-wW36dMaMtcDbRzL-7WLZFvZz7b7RMabgKGuI-4nnhKpSC2nyzk1Pi3xoCaKcQAvD_BwE

Just what I need .what is the cost of.. to post to adelaide

@groutrx1415

2 жыл бұрын

We charged $275 to install this. The customer ordered and paid for the riser. I found a few through a search between $75-$130. Here is a link: www.alimed.com/easy-toilet-riser.html?pid=150013&gclid=Cj0KCQiA9OiPBhCOARIsAI0y71B_rMPtAK9Cotynxfyoev-onluvIeup-qnClxhl2Nnake8cQ0gjijUaAltgEALw_wcB

Wouldn't it be logical just to replace with taller bowl? It would save time and money, especially if it's leaking.

@groutrx1415

11 ай бұрын

The standard ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) height toilets must have, a 17”-19” floor to bowl rim height, including the seat. In most cases, this is still too low for people with significant mobility issues to use. I'm not sure about the toilet in this video, but there have been more than a few ADA compliant toilets that have needed additional height. Keep in mind, a standard toilet height falls around 14.5" so an ADA compliant toilet doesn't add too much to the overall height of the seat. Regarding the replacing the toilet bowl if it is leaking, yes, that would be a good idea, but in this particular case, the bowl was not leaking. If you are considering raising a toilet, first consider the degree of difficulty the individual has in getting up from a standard chair (18"-20"). If that person has no difficulty getting up from 19", an ADA toilet will likely do the trick. If they have an issue at that height, that person will need some sort of riser.

@curiouskitten

11 ай бұрын

@@groutrx1415 Thanks for the educational explanation on how it works from ADA standpoint. Just out of curiosity, would it be code compliant to raise the bowl with poured, formed, concrete on slab? Thanks again.

@groutrx1415

11 ай бұрын

@@curiouskitten Code varies from state to state but there shouldn't be any issue per se in having a raised closet flange embedded in poured concrete, though if you are doing this after a slab has already been poured, you will need to reinforce the newly poured pedestal that you are pouring with some type of structured metal that will extend into the slab to secure it properly and prevent it from crumbling. If you are truly committed to a toilet higher than 19", that would be optimal.

@curiouskitten

11 ай бұрын

@@groutrx1415 thank you!

I have a high flange would this unit still work

@groutrx1415

Жыл бұрын

It should work. Without seeing what you are talking about it is difficult to tell. Closet flanges should sit on top of the flooring. How much higher is yours?

I that kind of wobbly fixed ?

@groutrx1415

2 жыл бұрын

If I am understanding the question, the toilet was nice and tight after it was installed, yes.

They must make different sizes of toilets. This standard height is far too low. Not good

@groutrx1415

Жыл бұрын

Standard toilet heights are 15" - 16". ADA toilets are 17" - 19".

Wouldnt a plastic extender such as this, crack or downright shatter under weight of an adult? Yikes!

@groutrx1415

Жыл бұрын

It does not. They are rated for a 500 lb. maximum weight capacity.

Why dont wear blouse and mask sir

@groutrx1415

2 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure if this is a question or a statement. Can you elaborate?