Comfort-height Models
Comfort-height Models | Toilet Upgrades and Replacements | Plumbing | La Follette
Transform your bathroom experience with HEP’s comfort-height toilets, thoughtfully selected to make every visit easier on the knees and back while adding a fresh, modern look to your La Follette home. Our licensed plumbers handle everything—from removing the old fixture to perfecting the final flush—so you can relax and enjoy whisper-quiet performance, powerful water savings, and a seat that sits a bit higher for effortless standing and sitting.
Whether you’re remodeling, planning accessibility upgrades for aging in place, or simply tired of a temperamental commode, our experts are ready with quick, clean, and affordable toilet upgrades and replacements. We stock leading brands, offer same-day installation on most models, and back our work with a satisfaction guarantee that keeps your bathroom running smoothly for years to come.
FAQs
What is a comfort-height toilet and how does it differ from a standard model?
A comfort-height (sometimes called right-height or chair-height) toilet has a bowl rim that sits 17–19 inches from the floor—about 2–3 inches higher than the 14–15 inches of a traditional toilet. The added height makes sitting down and standing up easier, creating a posture similar to that of a standard chair. Aside from the taller bowl, all other plumbing connections, flushing mechanisms, and rough-in dimensions remain the same, so performance is identical or better depending on the model you choose.
Who benefits most from upgrading to a comfort-height toilet?
Comfort-height toilets are especially helpful for seniors, people with arthritis or limited mobility, anyone recovering from hip or knee surgery, and taller individuals who find standard bowls uncomfortably low. Families that want to improve bathroom accessibility for guests—or prepare a home for aging-in-place—also get long-term value from the upgrade.
Will a comfort-height toilet fit in my existing bathroom without major modifications?
In almost every case, yes. Comfort-height models use the same 12-inch rough-in and standard floor flange found in most La Follette homes. As long as you have adequate clearance in front of the bowl (at least 21 inches, or 24 inches to meet most local building codes), the new unit installs in the same footprint. The plumbing team simply removes the old toilet, checks the flange and supply line, and sets the new bowl using a fresh wax or rubber seal.
Are comfort-height toilets ADA-compliant, and do they meet local La Follette building codes?
Most comfort-height toilets meet the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirement of a 17–19-inch seat height, making them suitable for accessible bathrooms in both residential and light-commercial settings. When you purchase from a reputable brand, the specification sheet will list ADA compliance. La Follette and Campbell County follow the 2018 International Residential Code (IRC), which defers to ADA guidelines for accessibility features, so an ADA-listed comfort-height toilet will satisfy local code inspectors.
How much does it cost to replace my current toilet with a comfort-height model?
Pricing depends on the brand, flushing technology, bowl shape, and any additional features such as bidet seats or soft-close lids. In La Follette, quality comfort-height toilets start around $275–$350 for the fixture alone, mid-range models run $400–$600, and premium or smart toilets can exceed $1,000. Professional installation—including removal of the old unit, disposal, a new wax ring, supply line, and labor—typically adds $150–$250. Therefore, a standard upgrade averages $425–$800 all-in, while high-end replacements can reach $1,200 or more.
Can I get water-saving or dual-flush options in a comfort-height toilet?
Absolutely. Almost every major manufacturer offers comfort-height bowls paired with modern, water-efficient flush valves. You can choose 1.28-gallon high-efficiency toilets (HETs), WaterSense-certified 1.0-gallon ultra-high-efficiency units, or dual-flush models that let you select a partial or full flush. These options reduce water bills and help La Follette homeowners stay environmentally conscious without sacrificing comfort or flushing power.