New Toilet Installation Cost UK 2026

A like-for-like toilet replacement in 2026 costs £300–£700 in 2026 including the toilet, soft-close seat and plumber labour. Half a day's work.

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Typical UK price range: £350–£900. Typical time: 0.5–1 day.

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Toilet type Like-for-like replacement Wall-hung w/ concealed cistern Macerator (Saniflo) New downstairs WC

Region London South East South West Midlands North of England Scotland Wales Northern Ireland

Specification level Basic / standard Mid-range Premium / high-end

Extras

Premium pan + soft-close seat £150–£500 Splashback / tiling £200–£800 New cloakroom basin £200–£800 Extractor fan £150–£400

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Key points

• £300–£700 fitted
• Half a day's work
• Always include soft-close seat
• Replace wax seal as standard

Cost breakdown

Item	Low	High
Close-coupled toilet + cistern	£100	£400
Soft-close seat	£30	£120
Plumber labour	£150	£300
Wax seal + sundries	£20	£50

Cost by UK region

Region	Typical cost
London	£843
South East	£781
South West	£687
Midlands	£625
North England	£562
Scotland	£593
Wales	£562

How to save money

• Always specify a rimless pan — easier to clean
• Pick a 4/2.5 L flush dual-flush model
• Don't use silicone in lieu of a wax seal

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FAQs

Can a plumber install a toilet in half a day?

Yes — a like-for-like swap with gravity drainage takes 2–4 hours for an experienced plumber.

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