Chair-height Bowls
Chair-height Bowls | Toilet Upgrades and Replacements | Plumbing | Pigeon Forge
Imagine stepping into your Pigeon Forge bathroom and sitting down on a chair-height bowl that feels tailor-made for comfort. HEP’s licensed plumbers specialize in transforming cramped, outdated fixtures into sleek, ADA-friendly thrones that are easier on the knees and back, while also giving your space a fresh, modern look. From whisper-quiet fills to powerful yet water-saving flush valves, we handle every detail so you can enjoy dependable performance and lower utility bills—no mess, no stress.
Our team carries an array of name-brand models in stock, meaning most installs are completed the same day you call. Whether you want a dual-flush unit that cuts water use in half or a minimalist skirted design that wipes clean in seconds, we bring the showroom to you with up-front pricing and iron-clad warranties. Discover how effortless and affordable toilet upgrades and replacements can be with HEP, and reclaim your bathroom’s comfort one flush at a time.
FAQs
What exactly is a chair-height (also called comfort-height) toilet, and why should I consider one for my Pigeon Forge home?
Chair-height toilets are built so that the rim sits about 17–19 inches from the floor—roughly the same height as a standard dining-room chair—compared with 14–15 inches on traditional models. The extra height makes it easier for adults, taller individuals, seniors, and anyone with knee, hip, or mobility issues to sit down and stand up. In vacation-home–heavy areas like Pigeon Forge, installing a chair-height bowl also increases the property’s accessibility appeal, which can boost rental desirability and resale value.
Are chair-height toilets ADA-compliant?
Yes. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) specifies a seat height of 17–19 inches for accessible toilets. Most chair-height or comfort-height models meet this criterion when a standard seat is installed. If full ADA compliance is required—for example, in a short-term rental or commercial property—our plumbers can recommend fixtures that meet all clearance, flush-handle, and grab-bar requirements mandated by the Tennessee Building Code and Sevier County inspectors.
Will a chair-height toilet fit where my current standard-height toilet is installed?
In nearly every case, yes. The key dimension is the "rough-in," the distance from the finished wall to the center of the floor flange (normally 12 inches in most Pigeon Forge homes). Chair-height models are made with the same 10-, 12-, or 14-inch rough-in options as standard bowls, so swapping is usually straightforward. The increased seat height does not require additional floor space, and most tanks are the same depth, so no extra clearance is needed behind the toilet.
How long does a professional toilet upgrade or replacement take, and will I be without a bathroom for long?
A single chair-height toilet replacement typically takes 1½ to 2 hours from shut-off to final flush, assuming no flange damage or subfloor rot is found. We bring the new fixture, wax ring (or wax-free seal), supply line, and haul away the old unit. Water service to that bathroom is shut off only during the installation, so the rest of your plumbing stays live. For rental cabins with just one bath, we schedule convenient windows to minimize guest disruption.
Can upgrading to a chair-height toilet also reduce my water bill?
Absolutely. Most older toilets in the Smoky Mountains area use 3.5 gallons per flush (gpf) or more. Modern chair-height models are engineered for 1.28 gpf or even dual-flush 1.1/1.6 gpf performance. For a family of four flushing an average of 12 times per day, moving from 3.5 gpf to 1.28 gpf saves roughly 3,500 gallons of water annually—about $40–$60 off the typical Pigeon Forge utility bill. We only install EPA WaterSense-certified fixtures to ensure both comfort and conservation.
Do I need a permit or inspection to replace my toilet in Pigeon Forge, and do you handle that paperwork?
For owner-occupied single-family residences, the City of Pigeon Forge typically does not require a plumbing permit for a like-for-like toilet swap. However, short-term rental cabins and commercial properties often do need permits and final inspections, especially when ADA compliance is involved. Our licensed master plumbers pull all necessary permits, coordinate inspections with the Sevier County Building Department, and provide you with documentation for insurance or rental-listing platforms.