Installing or replacing a toilet yourself is an achievable DIY project—and you'll only pay for the materials you buy. Use NailIt to estimate the exact cost of a new toilet, wax ring, mounting hardware, and any additional supplies you'll need. Get a personalized materials breakdown in seconds.
Estimated DIY materials cost for total materials per toilet — you supply the labor. Prices vary by region and brand.
A handy DIYer can usually take this on; if it needs permits or systems you are unsure about, get a pro quote first. The pro figure is a rough rule of thumb (labor on jobs like this often runs 1–2.5× the materials) — always get real quotes. It is not a NailIt estimate.
NailIt estimates materials only, so here is the honest version of the labour question rather than a number we cannot stand behind. Installed, this job commonly lands somewhere around $300–$2,800 — that is the materials range above with labour applied at the rough 1–2.5× multiplier trades typically work to on jobs like this. It is a sanity check for reading a quote, not a NailIt estimate and not a substitute for a real one.
What actually moves that number: your region and local labour rates, access and prep work, whether a permit and inspection are involved, disposal of the old material, and how much the crew has to work around your schedule. For this project the DIY route is realistic for most homeowners, and the labour saving is the whole point. Always collect three written quotes from licensed, insured contractors and compare what each one includes — how we handle pricing.
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Only materials: the toilet itself, wax ring, bolts, flange hardware, seat, shutoff valve, supply line, and sealant. Labor and installation fees are not included—you're doing the work.
Most tools are basic: adjustable wrench, putty knife, screwdriver, and a bucket. These are not included in material costs. You may rent or own them already.
You can reuse a supply line if it's in good condition, but replacing it costs $15–$45 and is safer. Toilet seats wear out; a new one costs $20–$150 and is recommended.
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