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Apr 24, 2007, 05:12 PM
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Improperly installed toilet flange
We recently bought a house that was built in 1994. I believe the previous owner did some "improvements" - and none too well, including installing new tile in the bathroom. Here's the problem: The toilet was leaking and then came completely loose, so I called the warranty company who sent out some kid who said that the toilet flange was improperly installed, so the warranty company would not cover it. I asked him for an estimate, and after calling his boss he said it would cost a minimum of $2,000 to repair! Help! He said they had to break up the tile and then jackhammer through the concrete slab, then install new pipe and a new flange. The estimate doesn't include pouring new concrete or putting down any tile, naturally. Does this sound reasonable? Are there any other options?
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Apr 24, 2007, 05:27 PM
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Originally Posted by 47yo
We recently bought a house that was built in 1994. I believe the previous owner did some "improvements" - and none too well, including installing new tile in the bathroom. Here's the problem: The toilet was leaking and then came completely loose, so I called the warranty company who sent out some kid who said that the toilet flange was improperly installed, so the warranty company would not cover it. I asked him for an estimate, and after calling his boss he said it would cost a minimum of $2,000 to repair! Help! He said they had to break up the tile and then jackhammer through the concrete slab, then install new pipe and a new flange. The estimate doesn't include pouring new concrete or putting down any tile, naturally. Does this sound reasonable? Are there any other options?
Can you upload a photo?
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Apr 24, 2007, 05:30 PM
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Well - unfortunately, I can't at the moment...
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Apr 24, 2007, 05:38 PM
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Originally Posted by 47yo
Well - unfortunately, I can't at the moment....
The estimate for busting up the floor and re-doing the trap arm doesn't sound that far fetched, but I'm willing to bet we could come up with a less expensive solution if we could see how the flange in question was installed.
Can you borrow a camera?
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Apr 24, 2007, 05:41 PM
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I do appreciate your quick response - I will try to borrow one. I actually have someone on his way to give me a second opinion right now - if that doesn't work, I'll upload a photo. Thanks!
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Apr 24, 2007, 05:47 PM
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Check with the lawyer that did your closing.
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Apr 24, 2007, 08:15 PM
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Here's a picture:
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Apr 25, 2007, 05:46 AM
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Originally Posted by 47yo
Here's a picture:
Not a very big one, though. :(
I'm thinking you might be able to use a ' Quick Set' cast iron flange on it.
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