Thankfully, disconnecting and removing the toilet is an easy and beginner-friendly DIY project.

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Here, learn how to remove a toilet in a few simple steps.

The valve may also be mounted on the wall behind the toilet.

Bathroom toilet being removed from floor with shutoff valve disconnected

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If the new base is smaller, you may see the outline of the old toilet.

On average, a professional removing and disposing of a toilet costs between $50 and $200.

Materials and tools to remove a toilet

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Toilet being emptied by soaking water out of bowl with yellow sponge

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Water supply disconnected through shutoff valve to prepare for pulling

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Utility knife cutting caulk along the floor at base of toilet

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Toilet lifted by holding on to each side of bowl

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Putty knife removing old caulk from floor

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