Water-guzzling Toilet
Water-guzzling Toilet | Plumbing Fixture Replacements | Plumbing | Mascot
Flushing litres of precious water down the drain every day? Outdated, water-guzzling toilets don’t just hurt the environment—they quietly inflate your Mascot water bill. HEP’s licensed plumbers specialise in swapping those thirsty old units for sleek, water-efficient models that look great and dramatically cut consumption. From first inspection to spotless cleanup, we’re driven by the same promise: make every flush smarter, quieter and lighter on your wallet.
Book our plumbing fixture replacements service and we’ll arrive on time with premium parts, transparent pricing and a respect-for-your-home attitude. Within hours you can enjoy a crisp, reliable flush that meets today’s strict efficiency standards, all backed by HEP’s workmanship guarantee. Saving water never felt so effortless—let’s get your Mascot bathroom flowing better, today.
FAQs
Why should I replace my older water-guzzling toilet in Mascot?
Pre-2005 toilets typically use 9–12 L per flush, which can add more than 35 kL to a household’s annual water bill. Modern dual-flush toilets use as little as 3 L for a half flush and 4.5 L for a full flush, reducing bathroom water use by up to 70 %. Lower consumption means smaller Sydney Water bills, fewer overflows in old pipework, and compliance with current BASIX and council sustainability targets for properties in Mascot and the wider Bayside LGA.
How much water can I save by switching to a modern dual-flush toilet?
A family of four flushing an old 11 L cistern roughly 20 times a day uses about 80 kL of water a year just on toilets. Replacing that unit with a 4.5/3 L dual-flush model cuts usage to around 35 kL. That is a saving of 45 kL, or roughly $150-$180 a year at current Sydney Water tariffs – savings that quickly offset the cost of the new fixture.
What types of water-efficient toilets do you install?
We supply and fit all WELS 4-star and 5-star rated suites: back-to-wall, close-coupled, in-wall concealed cisterns, wall-hung pans, and care-type toilets that meet AS 1428 accessibility standards. Brands we regularly install in Mascot include Caroma, Roca, Geberit, Kohler, and Toto. If you have a specific design in mind we can source it or install owner-supplied fixtures as long as they carry an Australian WaterMark and WELS rating.
What is involved in replacing my existing toilet and how long does it take?
A standard swap-over generally takes 2–3 hours: 1. We isolate the water, drain and remove the old cistern and pan. 2. The flange and set-out are inspected; minor adjustments or a new pan collar are fitted if required. 3. We position and secure the new pan, connect the cistern/in-wall frame, fit new quarter-turn isolation valves and flexible hoses, then test for leaks. 4. Finally, we silicone seal around the pan and dispose of the old unit in accordance with Bayside Council waste rules. Complex jobs that need drainage re-alignment or floor repairs may extend the visit to a half-day.
Do you help with rebates or Sydney Water incentives for water-efficient fixtures?
Yes. When state or council rebate programs are active, we supply all documentation—itemised invoices, WELS certificates and plumber’s licence details—so you can lodge a claim quickly. While Sydney Water’s toilet replacement rebate ended in 2020, occasional short-term offers still appear; our office monitors these schemes and will let you know if your installation is eligible.
How much does it cost to replace a toilet in Mascot and what affects the price?
Prices start from $480 for labour plus the cost of your chosen suite (budget models from $250, premium smart toilets $2,000+). Factors influencing the final quote include: type of toilet (floor-mounted vs wall-hung), whether the set-out or water inlet needs modification, floor or wall tile drilling, in-wall cistern framing, and any repairs to corroded pipework or damaged flooring uncovered during removal. All quotes are fixed-price, include GST, disposal fees, and a lifetime workmanship warranty.