Touchless Options
Touchless Options | Toilet Upgrades and Replacements | Plumbing | Church Hill
Imagine walking into your Church Hill bathroom and never having to touch a germ-covered handle again. HEP’s licensed plumbers bring the latest sensor-activated technology straight to your home, swapping out dated fixtures for sleek, water-saving models that flush, fill, and even freshen hands-free. From quiet, dual-flush engines to stylish low-profile bowls, we handle every detail—sourcing parts, removing your old unit, and calibrating the new system—so you’re left with nothing but effortless cleanliness and a lower utility bill.
Whether you’re renovating a historic row house or simply tired of constant repairs, our specialists make toilet upgrades and replacements simple and affordable. We schedule around your day, protect your flooring with drop cloths, and back the installation with a workmanship guarantee. Discover how easy it is to elevate hygiene and comfort—call or click today to book your touchless transformation with HEP.
FAQs
What exactly is a touchless toilet and how does it work?
A touchless toilet uses an infrared or electromagnetic sensor to detect when you move your hand over the tank or stand up from the seat. The sensor sends a signal to a built-in actuator that releases water from the tank for a hands-free flush. This eliminates the need to touch the handle, helping to reduce the spread of germs while adding a modern convenience to your bathroom.
Can I convert my current toilet to touchless or do I have to buy a brand-new unit?
In many cases you can retrofit your existing toilet with a touchless flush kit. These kits replace the traditional handle with a sensor that mounts inside the tank, so you keep the bowl and tank you already have. However, if your toilet is older, uses more than 1.6 gpf, or has non-standard internals, a full replacement with a new WaterSense-labeled touchless model may be the more efficient and cost-effective solution.
Do touchless toilets require electricity or special wiring?
Most residential touchless systems run on standard AA or 9-volt batteries that last 6 – 12 months under normal use. No hard-wiring is necessary. Higher-end models can use a low-voltage plug-in adapter, but our Church Hill technicians usually install battery-powered units to avoid opening walls and to keep labor costs down.
How much does it cost to install a touchless toilet or upgrade kit in the Church Hill area?
Pricing varies by brand and the condition of your existing plumbing, but typical ranges are: $125–$225 for a retrofit sensor kit (parts and labor), $450–$650 for a new two-piece touchless toilet installed, and $750–$1,100 for a one-piece or wall-hung smart toilet with advanced features. We offer free on-site estimates in Church Hill so you’ll know the exact cost before any work begins.
Will a touchless toilet help me save water and lower my utility bill?
Yes. Nearly all new touchless toilets we install are WaterSense certified at 1.28 gpf or lower, compared with older 3.5–5 gpf models. That can cut toilet water use by up to 60 %, translating to savings of 13,000–16,000 gallons per year for an average household. Less wasted water means noticeable reductions on your Richmond-area utility statements.
How long does installation take and will my bathroom be out of service?
A basic retrofit kit can be installed in about 45 minutes with no downtime beyond shutting off the water for a few minutes. A full toilet replacement typically takes 2–3 hours, including removal of the old unit, setting the new bowl, connecting the water line, and testing the sensor. Your bathroom will be fully usable the same day, and our plumbers haul away the old toilet for responsible disposal according to Church Hill waste regulations.