Toilet seat replacement in Exeter
Professional toilet seat replacement services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
0.25-0.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Toilet seat broken or loose? I'll whip off the old one and fit your new seat properly - job done in about 15 minutes.
Such a Simple Job, Often Done Badly
Toilet seat wonky? Sliding around sideways? Hinge broken? You need a new one.
Sounds simple (and it is), but you'd be surprised how often seats are fitted badly - wrong tightness, bolts cross-threaded, doesn't sit flush. I'll get it done properly in one visit.
💡 Pro tip: If you've got kids, get a soft-close seat. The slow-lowering mechanism means no midnight crashes when they drop the lid. Your sleep will improve dramatically.
What You Get
🔧 The Replacement
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Remove old | Unbolt old seat, take it away |
| Clean | Wipe down toilet bowl edge |
| Fit new | Bolt new seat on, adjust, tighten properly |
📦 You're Left With
- New toilet seat fitted
- Won't slide or come loose
- Soft-close mechanism working (if applicable)
- Old seat disposed of
Pricing Guide
| Job Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Standard seat replacement | 15-20 mins | £60 |
| Awkward or seized bolts | 30 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum. Toilet seat not included.
Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ Broken hinge - cracked or snapped off
✅ Loose seat - slides around when you sit
✅ Dated style - want a fresh modern look
✅ Seized bolts - old seat won't come off
Why Choose Us for Toilet seat replacement in Exeter?
New seat fitted securely
Old seat removed and binned
Won't loosen or slide around
Usually done in 15 minutes
What to Expect
Step 1: Remove Old Seat
Undo the bolts underneath (usually plastic nuts). Sometimes they're seized solid - I'll get them off without cracking your toilet.
Step 2: Clean Up
Wipe down the bolt area and toilet edge - fresh start for the new seat.
Step 3: Fit New Seat
Position new seat, bolt it down with proper tension - tight enough it won't move, not so tight it cracks. Adjust hinges if it's a soft-close type.
🔧 DIY Tips
This is genuinely one of the easiest jobs going:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Screwdriver or small adjustable spanner
- WD-40 (if old bolts are stuck)
- Cloth
🚽 Replacing a toilet seat
- Locate bolts at back of seat (under little covers)
- Hold bolt head on top, unscrew nut underneath
- Lift old seat away
- Clean toilet bowl edge
- Position new seat, align bolt holes
- Insert bolts, hand-tighten nuts underneath
- Check seat is straight and centered
- Tighten properly (not too tight!)
- Test - sit on it, lean side to side, make sure it's solid
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Overtightening (cracks the plastic fittings or toilet itself)
- Not aligning straight before tightening (wonky seat)
- Dropping the metal washer down the toilet (fish it out first!)
- Using metal tools directly on plastic nuts (strips threads)
💡 Pro trick: The plastic nuts underneath should be hand-tight plus a gentle quarter turn with a tool. If you can wiggle the seat side-to-side after that, the rubber washers aren't seated properly - check they're flat against the porcelain before tightening more. Over-tightening just cracks things, doesn't make it more solid.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🔧 Old seized bolts: Some toilet seat bolts corrode solid after years. If yours won't budge, I've got tools and penetrating oil to free them without cracking your toilet. Worst case, I can cut them off carefully.
Soft-close vs standard: Soft-close costs a few quid more but stops the seat slamming down. The mechanism usually lasts 5-10 years before it needs replacing. Worth it if you've got kids or get up in the night.
D-shape vs round vs elongated: Make sure you buy the right shape for your toilet bowl. Most UK toilets are standard D-shape, but some are elongated (longer front-to-back). Measure before buying to avoid having to return it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you fit any toilet seat or do I need a specific type?
Most toilet seats are standard size and will fit, but measure your toilet bowl first - distance between the bolt holes and front to back length. Soft-close seats are worth the extra few quid - no more crashing lids at midnight.
Why do toilet seats keep coming loose?
Usually the plastic bolts and nuts underneath work loose over time from the seat being used. Metal fixings last longer but most modern seats use plastic. The trick is fitting it properly and tightening it just right - too loose and it slides, too tight and you crack the plastic.
Can you replace just the broken hinge or do I need a whole new seat?
Most toilet seats don't have spare parts available - if the hinge breaks, you need a new seat. Annoying but that's how they're made. Takes 15 minutes to swap the whole lot out anyway.
Do I need to provide the new seat?
Yes - toilet seats vary hugely in style and price, so better you choose what you want. If you're not sure what'll fit, measure your bowl and I can advise before you buy.
How do I stop the seat sliding sideways?
Proper fitting and tightening is key. The little rubber bushes under the bolt heads grip the porcelain - they need to be seated properly and tightened just enough. I'll make sure it's solid before I leave.
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