What it usually is
A rocking toilet may need its closet bolts tightened or shimmed, or the wax seal replaced. A soft floor under it is a different and bigger problem.
What to do first
Stop leaning on or rocking the toilet and check for any water at the base. Do not over-tighten the bolts, since porcelain can crack.
The flat rate that covers it
- Toilet repair (fill valve / flapper / seal): $179
- Toilet replacement (your unit, standard install): $349
- Diagnosis / service call (plumbing or electrical): $79
Des Moines is a Puget Sound waterfront city with a marina, hillside homes and a mix of mid-century and newer housing. Des Moines homes on the bluff and near the water can be on slopes with long sewer runs, and salt air is hard on exposed fittings.
Flat rates for Des Moines
Our posted prices. The price you see is the price, confirmed before any work starts. Travel is calculated at booking.
| Service | Our price |
|---|---|
| Diagnosis / service call | $79 |
| Drain clearing | $189 |
| Toilet repair | $179 |
| Toilet replacement (your unit) | $349 |
| Faucet replacement (your fixture) | $229 |
| Garbage disposal replacement (your unit) | $249 |
| Accessible pipe leak repair | from $225 |
| Water heater install, 40-50 gal tank - labor (your unit) | $500 labor |
| Outlet or switch replacement | $129 |
| GFCI outlet install | $149 |
| Light fixture replacement (your fixture) | $149 |
| Ceiling fan install (your fan, existing box) | $199 |
| Smart thermostat / video doorbell install | $129 |
| Breaker replacement | $179 |
| Electrical troubleshooting (diagnosis) | $79 |
| Whole-house rewire - labor | $4,000 labor |
| Make-ready / turn service | from $995 |
| Hourly work - describe the job | $90/hr |
“Your unit” or “your fixture” means you supply the item and the price is for the work. Prices are for typical, accessible conditions; anything unusual is quoted and confirmed before work starts.
Tell Doug what is wrong
Name, number and a line about the problem. You get the flat price before anyone knocks. Or call or text (253) 349-2907, or book now and see your exact price.
Related problems in Des Moines
- Water heater making noise
- Water heater pilot light out
- Hot water runs out fast
- Sewer smell in the bathroom
- Drains gurgling
- Every drain in the house is slow
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