The drain service of Pure Mechanical GroupMetro Vancouver + Fraser Valley
No. 52 · Done by Pure Mechanical Group

Toilet installation: what it involves and what it costs

The old toilet removed and taken away, the new one set on a fresh seal, connected and tested. You can supply the toilet or have Pure Mechanical Group bring one that suits the rough-in.

Typical cost$389–$1,499
How it starts$289 for the first hour
After the first hour$189 an hour, plus parts
Who does itPure Mechanical Group, the company behind Unclog.it
WhereMetro Vancouver + Fraser Valley
A toilet with its drain and water supply connections shown in red
Fig. 52: toilet installation

What toilet installation typically costs

You supply the toilet$389–$489Labour to take out the old toilet, set the new one and connect it.
We supply the toilet$899–$1,499Depends on the toilet you choose.

Typical prices in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in 2026, before tax. They are a guide, not our quote. Too much depends on your home to price these jobs unseen, so your price is set on site, in writing, before any work starts.

When you need it

  • A cracked bowl or tank
  • An old toilet that clogs every week
  • You want a low-flow or comfort-height model

What changes the price

The toiletOne-piece, wall-hung and bidet toilets cost more and take longer than a standard two-piece.
The flangeA broken or low floor flange has to be repaired before the new toilet goes on.
Shut-off and supply lineReplaced at the same time if they are old.

What the job involves

  1. Shut off the water, drain and remove the old toilet.
  2. Check the floor flange and repair it if it is broken or sitting too low.
  3. Set the new toilet on a new seal and bolt it down level.
  4. Connect a new supply line, flush test and check for leaks.
  5. Take the old toilet away.
Time on site
Usually 1 to 2 hours

How pricing works for this job

There is no one price for toilet installation, because the factors above change it from one home to the next. It is done on time: $289 for the first hour, then $189 an hour, plus parts. If it turns out to be a bigger job, you get a written estimate before the plumber carries on.

Call 1-800-604-0631.

Questions people ask

How much does toilet installation cost in Metro Vancouver?

You supply the toilet: $389–$489. We supply the toilet: $899–$1,499. Typical prices in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in 2026, before tax. They are a guide, not our quote. Too much depends on your home to price these jobs unseen, so your price is set on site, in writing, before any work starts.

Will any toilet fit my bathroom?

Measure from the wall to the centre of the floor bolts. Most homes are 12 inches. Some are 10 or 14, and they need a toilet made for that.

Can I supply my own?

Yes, or we can bring one that suits your rough-in and budget.

Are there rebates for low-flow toilets?

Some municipalities offer them. Check with yours before you buy.

How is toilet installation priced?

It is done on time: $289 for the first hour, then $189 an hour, plus parts. If it turns out to be a bigger job, you get a written estimate before the plumber carries on.

What does it cost after hours?

Regular hours are 9 to 5, Monday to Friday. Outside those hours, every rate is double. If it can safely wait until the morning, it costs half as much.