Few household issues cause more frustration than a leaking toilet. Beyond wasted water and higher utility bills, unchecked leaks can damage subfloors, joists and finishes. Understanding the true cost to fix a leaking toilet helps homeowners budget accurately and avoid surprise expenses. At CountBricks, our AI-powered estimating engine captures live material prices, regional labor rates and task durations in seconds, delivering a line-item breakdown you can trust.
• Hidden water damage can require flooring or drywall replacement
• Older plumbing often needs valve upgrades to meet current code
• Access issues, such as tight powder rooms, increase labor time
• Emergency callouts carry premium rates compared to scheduled work
1. Flapper or fill valve replacement: $95 – $170
2. Supply line or shut-off valve swap: $120 – $240
3. Wax ring reset with minor floor repair: $225 – $450
4. Tank-to-bowl gasket kit and hardware: $180 – $320
5. Full toilet replacement with haul-away: $375 – $750
These figures reflect live San Diego residential rates pulled directly from CountBricks.com/services. Your neighborhood pricing will vary based on labor availability and material brand selection, which our software updates daily.
Labor Hours
Most repairs fall between 1–3 billable hours. CountBricks tracks regional journeyman plumber rates so your estimate reflects real-time costs, not national averages.
Materials
Every estimate lists SKU-specific prices from local suppliers. Whether you prefer budget hardware or designer chrome kits, CountBricks shows the exact impact on your total.
Disposal & Haul-Away
Old fixtures and water-damaged flooring carry dump fees. CountBricks factors those permitting and landfill charges automatically.
Replacing a flapper is simple, but lifting a toilet, resetting a wax ring or repairing a cracked flange requires specialized tools and experience. One wrong move can lead to:
• Flooded bathrooms and insurance claims
• Voided manufacturer warranties
• Code violations discovered at resale inspections
CountBricks clients often discover the cost difference between DIY and a licensed pro is narrower than expected when accounting for tool rental, material waste and potential rework.
Scenario: Wax ring failure with minor subfloor rot.
1. Mobilize crew and isolate water: 0.5 hr
2. Remove toilet, inspect flange: 0.75 hr
3. Replace wax ring and closet bolts: 0.25 hr
4. Patch subfloor (⅛" plywood, 2 sq ft): 0.5 hr
5. Reinstall toilet, test: 0.5 hr
Labor (2.5 hr @ $115/hr) = $287.50
Materials (wax ring kit, bolts, plywood) = $38.80
Disposal & admin = $22.40
Total CountBricks AI Estimate: $348.70
• Voice-to-estimate: Talk through the problem, receive a detailed quote before the call ends
• Live supplier feeds: No outdated price books, every SKU is current
• Automatic task mapping: Our AI links each symptom with the tasks, crew hours and inspection checkpoints needed
• Instant documentation: One click converts the estimate into a professional PDF ready for e-signature
• Inspect supply lines annually; braided stainless lines reduce burst risk
• Add dye tablets to the tank twice a year to spot silent leaks early
• Tighten tank bolts hand-firm only; overtightening hairline-cracks porcelain
• Install moisture sensors near toilets in upstairs bathrooms for rapid leak alerts
Call our residential team or start a live chat, describe the symptoms and let CountBricks generate an itemized cost to fix your leaking toilet in under two minutes. Visit CountBricks.com/consultation to schedule an on-site verification if needed. Whether it’s a simple gasket swap or a full bathroom remodel, CountBricks aligns scope, materials and budget from day one.
A recent client in North Park noticed water staining around the base of a 1990s toilet. Using our voice estimate feature, she described the symptoms in three minutes. CountBricks AI generated a provisional quote of $362, itemizing a wax ring replacement, flange inspection and vinyl plank removal.
• Moisture reading revealed 14% saturation in the subfloor—borderline for rot
• The existing shut-off valve was corroded, risking future leaks
• Flooring planks were reusable, avoiding replacement costs
Total onsite adjustment: plus $48 for a new valve, minus $60 for floor materials—final invoice $350.
• Transparent pricing: The on-site total matched the AI estimate within 4%
• Time saved: Entire job, including dry-out fan setup, completed in 3.1 hours
• Preventative gain: New valve and leak sensor discounted in a bundled upsell
1. Capture symptoms early—photos and a quick voice description feed our model accurate data.
2. Approve the AI estimate digitally; CountBricks auto-books a vetted plumber from our residential network.
3. Use the post-repair checklist in your customer portal to track warranty info and maintenance reminders.
• Single source of truth: Estimates, invoices and as-built documentation live in one dashboard
• Live material swaps: Instantly upgrade fixtures and see the new total before committing
• Peace of mind: Licensed, background-checked pros plus a CountBricks workmanship warranty
If your bathroom shows even a hint of moisture, don’t guess the cost to fix a leaking toilet. Talk, click and know—CountBricks turns uncertainty into crystal-clear numbers every time.
