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Tools and supplies prepared on a bathroom tile floor around an exposed toilet drain flange for a wax ring repair.

How to Fix a Loose Toilet Flange Bolt and Replace a Worn Wax Ring

August 18, 202616 min read

A rocking toilet or subtle base leak usually points to rusted flange bolts or a blown wax gasket. Learn how to safely pull the fixture, inspect the closet flange, select the right replacement ring, and install hardware step-by-step.