Highland toilet repairs usually come down to tank parts that no longer seal, a failing seal at the floor, or a clog. Many Highland homes date from the 1980s and 1990s, so original toilets and shutoff valves in those houses are well into their working life. Call the number on this page to be connected with a local plumber in Highland.
Highland background
Highland sits at the southern base of the San Bernardino Mountains and is split into Highland, East Highland and West Highland. Its median home was built in 1983, about 44 percent of homes predate 1980, and the 1980s and 1990s were the busiest building decades. That means a lot of bathrooms with toilets, supply lines and angle stops that are 30 or more years old, plus an older group where flanges and drain fittings may be worn.
East Valley Water District (EVWD) provides water and, where available, sewer collection in Highland. The City requires new structures to connect to sewer where it is available, subject to EVWD review. If your toilet backs up along with other drains, find out whether the problem is in your own line or the public sewer before assuming the worst.
The City of Highland's permit page says permits are required for plumbing systems, so a toilet replacement may need one. A plumber can tell you.
Seal options when a toilet is reset
| Option | Strengths | Watch for |
|---|---|---|
| Standard wax ring | Proven, inexpensive, forgiving | One-time use; fails if the bowl rocks |
| Wax ring with horn | Guides flow into the drain | Can be too tall for some flanges |
| Wax-free foam or rubber seal | Repositionable, clean to install | Needs a flange in good shape |
| Flange repair ring or spacer | Fixes a cracked or low flange | Adds parts and time |
Signs to watch for
- A tank that runs or hisses without being used
- Rust or mineral stains on bolts and the shutoff
- Water on the floor after flushing
- The handle needs a second try
- Gurgling when the shower drains
- Cracks in the tank or bowl, even fine ones
Older stops and braided or plastic supply lines are worth replacing while the water is already off for another repair. Ask the plumber to look at them during the visit.
Timing and seasons
Foothill neighborhoods can see winter frost, and a toilet supply line on an exterior wall of an unheated addition or garage bath is the most exposed. Summer brings tank condensation in cooled homes. If a new toilet is going in, the City of Highland Building & Safety permit counter on Base Line is at (909) 864-8732, extension 232.
Toilet Repair questions in Highland
Water is pooling around the base of the toilet. What causes that?
The shutoff valve behind the toilet won't close. What now?
Do I need a permit to replace a toilet?
Why does the toilet gurgle when another drain is running?
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