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How do you tap into cast iron drain pipe for a new shower drain in basement?
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∙ 13y ago
By cutting in a cast iron Wye so the flow enters the sewer line (soil pipe) at a right angle
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How do you repair rusted out at foundation cast iron drain pipe?
If it is "rusted out" you do not repair it, You do replace it with XHCI
What metal is old and used for plumbing pipes?
galvanized water lines, cast iron drain lines, sometimes lead pipes, terracotta or clay pipes, and in rare cases wooden pipes.
Is it a health hazard if a three quarter inch steel pipe extends from a cast iron waste pipe into the basement floor and can you install a drain from a typical sink into the small steel pipe?
3/4 inch would be too small for anything but just liquids. As long as there is a trap under the sink, there shouldn't be a health hazzard. You will have to be a little creative in connecting the sink drain to 3/4 but possible.
Why is iron not used on drain pipes?
Iron rusts easily when combined with water, and drain pipes have water flowing through them. If iron was used, the pipes would rust within a few days.
Is 4 in. cast iron pipe leading out from basement going to the septic system?
The one going out of the wall or floor goes to the septic. The one going up is the vent that should go out the roof.
How do you install a cast iron shower drain on 2 PVC?
With a compression mission ring
Install sink drain into cast iron pipe in basement floor?
Yes, it is done all the time
Is the toilet drain pipe a big job to move and can you use a shower drain instead?
This can be a complicated job as the toilet drain ranges from 3" -4" and a variety of materials from Plastic to cast iron to galvanized. Then there is the venting to consider and NO a shower drain CANNOT be used for a toilet discharge as the shower drain is normally 2" diameter
How can you cut into your main drain to branch off for another bathroom downstairs?
Downstairs? First floor with a basement or in the basement? If first floor with access in the basement or crawlspace, no real problem. PVC, just cut the pipe and install a T. Cast iron, you can use a Saddle Clamp made for this. Looks like a PVC T split length wise and held to the cast iron with two U bolts. If adding a bath in the basement, you will have to bust out the floor, add the drain and replace the cement.
What causes a drain in the shower to leak?
The shower may be leaking from: 1) A failure of the drain and associated piping itself (e.g., corrosion of the cast iron floor drain), 2) A failure of the shower pan, which is an ostensibly waterproof liner (may be metal or synthetic polymer) embedded in the tile floor (or comprising the plastic floor) which is mechanically connected to the drain; or 3) Leakage of water in the shower's surrounding area (walls, non-pan floor area, etc.) which is accumulating and dripping near the drain.
Deteriorated cast iron drain in the floor of your basement how much will it costs to replace?
No less then $6,400 plus tax plus filing fee and inspection fee's patching and back filling is normally an extra
Cast iron floor drain from Saudi Arabia?
Where? What is your question?
Is it possible to replace basement iron piping with PVC piping to help a kitchen sink drain like it's supposed to?
yes.
What is the direction of flow in a cast iron hub and spigot drain pipe?
from the hub to the spigot
Cast iron drain pipe putting washer and dryer down in the basement can you drill a hole in the cast iron add like a 3 piece of PVC so you can put the black washer hose in it?
Absolutely NOT as the drainage in CI piping has to enter at a 11/14 ,22.5 , 45 deg, 60 Deg as allowing a pipe to go straight in will erode the CI wall
What kind of plumbing pipes were used in 1955?
Galvanized pipe for water and drain lines. Cast iron pipe for main drain lines.
Can you attach PVC piping to a cast iron toilet drain?
Yes, but PVC creates problems
