Problem: After a bathroom renovation, many homeowners start noticing issues like rocking toilets, water pooling at the base or even ceiling stains below the bathroom. According to master plumber Mike Mistovich of L&M Plumbing in Youngstown, Ohio, these signs often point to an incorrectly installed toilet flange — typically set too low beneath new flooring. “In our area, many remodelers do the work themselves to save money, avoiding hiring licensed plumbers,” Mistovich says. “That can lead to incorrect installation and negligence.”
