The toilet bowl is one of the most essential parts - with the most unseemly duties. "It's where you sit when using the toilet," says Wood. "This is the round part of the toilet that holds water and waste." Like the toilet tank, the bowl should last. Replacement is only necessary if it gets broken or fractured.
According to Wood, the seat is usually made of plastic or wood, and you shouldn't need to replace it more than every five to seven years, depending on the construction and whether the seat shows signs of wear, staining, or damage. And - sorry, if you're already squeamish about toilets - the seat attracts germs and bacteria over time. "A new seat ensures better sanitation and reduces the risk of bacterial growth," says Wood.
The handle may come loose and need repair. Depending on your toilet's design, the handle can be a simple lever or a set of buttons on the tank's front, side, or top. "Pushing the handle sends stored water from the tank rushing into the bowl to carry waste down the sewer," says Wood.
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