Macerator toilets - are they any good?

Question

We're thinking of adding an extra toilet and we've been told it's tricky to plumb in and should consider installing a macerator. I'm not sure I like this solution as it seems overly complicated and a bit icky, so I would like the professional opinion of a plumber. Is this a good, reliable and hygienic solution, or not?

Andre · Accepted Answer

Hi
It depends where it is being sited. They are fine as long as only normal use is involved and noting other than bodily excoriations and toilet paper go down. Limit the loo paper and under no circumstances flush wipes or sanitary products. If space is limited they are ideal for a second loo under the stairs or where plumbing a 4” pipe down hill would be impossible. We use 40mm pipes and a macerated had a pump so can go pretty much anywhere. You will need electrical connections to it too. Hope this helps
Andre

Martin · Answer

go for the tricky to plumb in toilet , macerators are fine if you have no other possible way .

Daniel · Answer

we have personal had bad experiences with some off the older models, if you wanted i would be happy for our master plumber coming to visit

Michael · Answer

Hi,
Toilet macerators have come a far way..Yes they are very effective and do the job successfully. :)
I know from experience installing these units both in komes and in retail sites.

Paul · Answer

The macerators are very good as long as it is installed correctly they are hygienic in everyday use it’s a bit icky when the unit fails tho. 

Just don’t put dental floss ect down the toilet as items like this clog macerator units.

Gary · Answer

In my opinion if there is a way of connecting to main stack with 110mm pipe then go down that route. If there’s no possible way then a macerated is only option, they are ok if used correctly

Aden · Answer

macerators are good if you buy a decent one in-between 200 to 600 pound.

Kenneth · Answer

Hi good evening its used alot more nowadays  they are a very good item if plumbed in correctly and use saniflo macerator  are the best by far  a little more expensive but best out there

Lee · Answer

First of all, who did you listen to? Who told you that? A Plumber? 
He's just trying to do the easiest job.
Macerators are reliable and hygienic but do require annual servicing and are very expensive. 
Remember,  most building work will be complicated to someone with no knowledge.
So talk to as many plumbers as you can find and decide from ALL opinions,  not just your mate who hasn't got a clue.
Good luck

Jake · Answer

I don't recommend installing a macerator if at all possible.  But if you have no choice then it's a great solution.  Call out an experienced plumber to advise.

Macerator toilets - are they any good?

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