toilet flange not level causing leak

[smel]

When replacing my toilet I observed that the metal flange is rusted and half of it is flush with the floor and the other half to approx 1/4 inch below floor surface. I installed a jumbo wax ring but the new toilet also leaked where the flange is below floor surface. Should I tear out the old flange and install a new flange with the pvc extender attached. Pelase any help is appreciated. The floor is wood with vinyl.

 

[RThiede03]

If the floor is rotted out you should definately replace the floor and at the very least replace the flange. Oatey makes a good replacement as does Sioux Chief. That fit into the old pipe. Ive used these both several times and have had good success.

 

[RThiede03]

Also you should make sure your toilet does not have a crack in it. No Pun intended!

 

[johngarret]

As you said, the flange is below floor surface. I think it make the toilet lake since there is not a good connection between the toilet and the flange. You should adjust the toilet flange height. Try to use a toilet flange extender. It gives additional height to the closet flange.