Running, leaking, clogged or rocking toilets fixed by licensed plumbers, often the same day. Serving Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater and nearby communities around the clock.
Toilet Repair for Tampa Bay Homes and Businesses
All Hours Plumber repairs running, leaking, clogged, and loose toilets for homes and businesses across Tampa Bay. Most repairs, such as a new flapper, fill valve, or supply line, take under an hour, and we can replace the toilet when a repair no longer makes sense. Fixing a problem early prevents wasted water, higher bills, and damage to floors and subfloors.
Our plumbing team serves Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and surrounding Tampa Bay communities. They will diagnose the problem, explain your options, and provide upfront flat-rate pricing before work begins. We offer convenient scheduling, same-day appointments when available, and 24/7 emergency plumbing service when you need it.
Common Toilet Problems We Repair
These are the toilet problems our plumbers repair most often in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and surrounding Tampa Bay homes and businesses.
Running Toilet or Weak Flush
A running toilet is usually caused by a worn flapper, a faulty fill valve, or a water level set too high. A weak flush often points to low tank water or rim jets clogged with mineral buildup from Tampa Bay’s hard water. According to the EPA, a constantly running toilet can waste 200 gallons or more a day. Our plumbers find the cause and replace worn parts.
Toilet Leaking at the Base
Water around the base of a toilet usually means the wax ring has failed or the flange underneath is damaged. If the seal has failed, moisture can reach the flooring and subfloor before you see it. The fix: pull the toilet, inspect the flange, replace the seal, and reset it so the leak stops at the source.
Clogged or Overflowing Toilet
If your toilet is overflowing, turn the shutoff valve behind it clockwise to stop the water, then call us. We clear stubborn clogs with a toilet auger or drain cleaning machine. Repeat clogs in one toilet can mean an obstruction in the toilet or its drain line. If more than one drain is backing up, the blockage may be farther down the drain system and require additional inspection.
Loose or Rocking Toilet
A toilet that rocks is usually caused by loose floor bolts, a damaged flange, or an uneven floor. Even small movement can break the wax seal and start a hidden leak. Flanges on slab foundations, which are common in Tampa Bay homes, can corrode or crack over time. Repairing or replacing the flange and installing new hardware gets the toilet sitting solid again.
Leaking Tank or Supply Line
Water dripping from the back of the toilet usually comes from the tank bolts, the tank-to-bowl gasket, the supply line, or the shutoff valve. Supply lines and valves wear out with age, and a failed line can flood a bathroom quickly. Our plumbers trace the drip to its source and replace the gasket, bolts, supply line, or shutoff valve.
Cracked Toilet Tank or Bowl
A cracked toilet tank or bowl can’t be reliably repaired and should be replaced. Hairline cracks can widen without warning and cause sudden leaks or water damage. We remove the damaged toilet and install a new one. Options include standard, comfort-height, ADA-height, and bidet-compatible models.
What Our Customers Say
From fixing running toilets and stubborn clogs to repairing leaks and installing new toilets, our plumbers help homeowners and businesses throughout Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Wesley Chapel, and the surrounding Tampa Bay area. See what our customers have to say about their experience with All Hours Plumber.
Should You Repair or Replace?
Most toilet problems can be fixed without replacing the entire toilet. Common issues with flappers, fill valves, wax rings, and supply lines are usually straightforward repairs that our plumbers can take care of in a single visit.
Replacement makes more sense when:
- The tank or bowl is cracked.
- The toilet keeps clogging even after the drain line is cleared.
- It was installed before 1994 and uses 3.5 gallons or more per flush. Today’s toilets use 1.6 gallons or less, and WaterSense models use 1.28.
- You’re paying for repeated repairs on the same toilet.
Not sure which way to go? Our plumbers will inspect your toilet and give you an honest repair-or-replace recommendation before any work begins.
Every installation comes with a new wax ring, closet bolts, and supply line, plus a flange check, leak testing, and old-toilet haul-away.
Recent Toilet Repairs in Tampa Bay
Running, leaking, or clogged toilet? These are real toilet jobs our plumbers finished around Tampa Bay. The photos are from our own crew.
Smart Toilet Upgrades
We installed and set up a TOTO Washlet bidet toilet seat for a customer on Harbour Island near Downtown Tampa.
New Office Toilet in North Tampa
Installation of a new Gerber toilet for a travel agency office on North Dale Mabry Highway near Ehrlich Road.
Repair Leak at Toilet Base
A toilet was leaking around the base at a home in Rocky Point. A new wax ring with new closet bolts were installed to correct the leak.
Tank Rebuild in St. Petersburg
Replacement of the fill valve and flapper inside the toilet tank to stop a running toilet for a customer in St. Pete.
ADA-Height Toilet Installation
Newly installed white porcelain ADA-height American Standard toilet in home in Temple Terrace.
Upstairs Toilet Repair in Clearwater
We replaced the fill valve, flapper, and supply line on an one-piece Kohler Santa Rosa toilet in Clearwater.
What Cities and Neighborhoods Does All Hours Plumber Serve?
- Tampa
- St. Petersburg
- Clearwater
- Wesley Chapel
- Odessa
- Lutz
- Westchase
- Town 'n' Country
- Carrollwood
- Citrus Park
- Seminole Heights
- Temple Terrace
- South Tampa
- Davis Islands
- Oldsmar
- Safety Harbor
- Dunedin
- Largo
Toilet Repair FAQ
Why does my toilet keep running?
A running toilet usually has a worn flapper that lets water leak from the tank into the bowl, or a fill valve set too high so water spills into the overflow tube. Both are quick repairs. Left alone, a running toilet can waste 200 gallons a day or more.
Why is water leaking around the base of my toilet?
Water at the base usually means the wax ring under the toilet has failed or the flange it sits on is cracked or loose. Sometimes it's condensation or a leak from the tank above. Have it checked soon, because a base leak can soak into the subfloor before it shows.
Should I repair or replace my toilet?
Repair it if the problem is a running tank, a leaking seal, or a broken handle. Replace it if the tank or bowl is cracked, it clogs all the time, or it's an older model that uses 3.5 gallons or more per flush. Our plumber prices both options before any work starts.
Can you install a toilet I bought myself?
Yes. We install customer-supplied toilets, and we can also supply one for you. Every installation includes a new wax ring or seal, bolts and supply line, a flange check, leak testing, and haul-away of the old toilet.
How long does a toilet repair take?
Most repairs, such as a flapper, fill valve, or supply line, take under an hour. Resetting a toilet on a new wax ring or installing a new toilet usually takes one to two hours. Flange or subfloor repairs can take longer.
Do you offer same-day and after-hours toilet repair?
Yes. All Hours Plumber offers same-day toilet repair and 24/7 emergency service across Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and nearby communities, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Call 813-774-1199.
Do you repair commercial toilets?
Yes. We repair and replace commercial toilets and urinals, including flushometer and sensor flush valves, for offices, restaurants, retail stores, and rental properties. We can schedule work after hours to avoid disrupting your business.
How much does toilet repair cost?
Most toilet repairs cost $250 to $545, depending on what failed. We give you an upfront flat-rate price before any work starts, with no hourly charges or hidden fees.
Get Your Toilet Fixed Today
Running, leaking, or clogged toilet? Call 813-774-1199 and talk to our team, any hour. Prefer to go online? Send us a service request and tell us what's going on.