Miami, FL
Toilet replacement and rebates in Miami
Updated · Editorial team; not yet technically reviewed
Short answer
Miami-Dade's toilet rebates apply to residences built before 1996 and only to EPA WaterSense-certified models, with an inspection before payment. Homeowners with a senior tax exemption can get up to $100 for the first toilet and $75 for the second, and multifamily properties can claim up to 50 rebates per fiscal year.
What's different in Miami
Miami-Dade toilet rebates require residences constructed prior to 1996, and only EPA WaterSense-certified models are eligible, with no substitutions. [1]
For homeowners with a senior tax exemption, up to two toilet rebates are allowed over the life of the property: actual cost up to $100 for the first toilet and up to $75 for the second. [1]
Multifamily residences can receive up to 50 toilet rebates per property (folio) per fiscal year, October 1 to September 30. [2]
All participants are subject to a toilet inspection before receiving a rebate; current amounts are at miamidade.gov/waterconservation or by calling 3-1-1. [3]
Who qualifies
| Property | Limit |
|---|---|
| Senior tax exemption homeowners | Up to 2 toilets over the life of the property: up to $100, then up to $75 |
| Multifamily properties | Up to 50 rebates per folio per fiscal year |
| All | Built before 1996, WaterSense models only, inspection required |
Getting paid
Confirm eligibility
Check the build year and current amounts at miamidade.gov/waterconservation or call 3-1-1.
Buy a WaterSense model
Substitutions aren't accepted, so check the label.
Install and keep paperwork
Save the receipt and model number.
Pass the inspection
The county inspects the toilet before paying.
Installing toilets in South Florida homes
Many older Miami homes are on slab foundations with toilets set on tile over concrete. When replacing, check the flange height and condition, since corroded cast iron flanges are common, and use a new wax or wax-free seal. See toilet installation.
Further reading: Toilet repair.
What Miami homeowners usually check next
- SymptomToilet keeps running
Common questions
Does Miami-Dade offer toilet rebates?
Yes, for qualifying residences built before 1996, using EPA WaterSense-certified models.
How much is the Miami-Dade senior toilet rebate?
Actual cost up to $100 for the first toilet and up to $75 for the second, with a maximum of two over the life of the property.
Can apartment buildings get Miami-Dade toilet rebates?
Yes, multifamily properties can receive up to 50 rebates per folio per fiscal year.
Does Miami-Dade inspect toilets before paying rebates?
Yes, all participants are subject to an inspection.
Can I use any low-flow toilet for the Miami-Dade rebate?
Only EPA WaterSense-certified models qualify, with no substitutions.
My Miami house was built in 1998. Does it qualify?
The rebate requires residences built before 1996.
How much water does a high-efficiency toilet save in Miami?
Miami-Dade estimates a household can save more than 4,000 gallons a year.
Where do I find current Miami-Dade rebate amounts?
At miamidade.gov/waterconservation or by calling 3-1-1.
When does the Miami-Dade fiscal year reset for multifamily rebates?
The fiscal year runs October 1 to September 30.
Why check the flange when replacing a Miami toilet?
Older cast iron flanges on slab homes often corrode and can cause leaks if reused.
More plumbing help in Miami
- Water bill suddenly high in MiamiA high Miami-Dade water bill: how WASD handles leak adjustments, why monthly accounts only get a sewer credit, the 60-day review, and how to find the leak.
- Toilet Installation: the full guideWhat to check before buying a new toilet (rough-in, bowl shape, height, flush rating) and what a proper toilet installation includes.
- Plumbing in MiamiLocal water, housing and climate conditions, and the calls Miami homes need most.
How other cities handle it
- Toilet replacement and rebates in Los AngelesReplacing a toilet in Los Angeles: LADWP's premium high-efficiency toilet rebate, how to apply, and the California rules on toilet flush volume and older homes.
- Toilet replacement and SAWS rebates in San AntonioSAWS toilet rebates in San Antonio: the current high-efficiency toilet rebate, which toilets qualify, SAWS's history of free toilet programs, and installation tips.
- Toilet replacement and rebates in AlbuquerqueABCWUA rebates in Albuquerque: $200 for replacing high-flow toilets, $50 for upgrading 1.6 gpf models.
- Toilet replacement and rebates in TucsonTucson Water's toilet rebate: $100 per MaP Premium toilet for pre-2011 homes, flush-volume rules, and the gray water rebate that pairs with it.
- Replacing a toilet in Seattle: rebates and free toiletsSeattle toilet replacement: the Saving Water Partnership's $100 rebate for replacing pre-2004 toilets, free toilets for income-qualified homeowners.
- Replacing a toilet in Denver: the Denver Water rebateDenver Water's toilet rebate: up to $100 for a WaterSense toilet averaging 0.8 gallon per flush or less, two per home per 10 years, apply within 90 days.
- Dallas toilet replacement: free toilets and rebatesDallas Water Utilities' New Throne for Your Home: up to two free high-efficiency toilets or $90 rebates for replacing pre-1994 toilets. Check current status.
Sources (3)
- Miami-Dade County, Senior Toilet Rebate · checked 2026-10-03
- Miami-Dade County, Multifamily Rebate · checked 2026-10-03
- Miami-Dade County, Water Conservation Rebates · checked 2026-10-03