Toilet started backing up. Called roter rooter. Unclogged but they suggested it was the toilet (old) Replaced with new toilet however after my husband used toilet it backed up and wouldn't flush
Toliet backing up after roter rooter and replaced toliet
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The toilet connections shown depend on rubber gaskets to make seals. These seals likely need replacement. In addition, I see that PTFE (white colored) tape was used. It should not be used for these fittings (or any compression or flare fittings), and can cause leaks.
Disassemble the connections. The top leak is likely caused by the washer (inside the toilet tank) not being seated correctly. The gasket should have come with the replacement fill valve. The tank should be cleaned at the location where the gasket sits. I can't tell for sure, but the nut holding the valve onto the tank looks a little bit undersized. It should completely cover the hole in the tank.
The metal flare tube also needs a washer in order to mate with the fill valve. This washer should be replaced. I would tighten it hand-tight plus 1/4-1/2 turns. In addition, the nut should be cleaned of the debris visible in the photograph.
Another reason could be that the tank was cracked. Sometimes, hairline cracks are very difficult to see, but are able to produce leaks.
The bubbling and gurgling sounds from the toilet(s) is an indication of poor venting or a plugging issue. Also, you should not have to "flush it a couples off times for things to go down" unless there is a special circumstance (like too much paper... or something).
Call a reputable licensed plumber and have your entire system assessed, including camera inspection. Then pay appropriately to have the root cause addressed.
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Left as an answer because with the information provided I believe you were taken advantage of ( screwed in common terms) Wow, I would call the bbb and state exactly what you did here. Sounds like a really scum type of business!!!!!!!! Sorry but old toilets have more water and actually clear the piping better, to tell the truth you should have a case and find a different plumber and get some of your $ back !!!!!!!!