Can You Cap an Abandoned Shower Drain?

Can You Cap an Abandoned Shower Drain?

Can You Cap an Abandoned Shower Drain? An abandoned shower drain can seem simple to close. You may see a 2-inch PVC standpipe and think a cap will fix it. In many cases, a glued PVC cap can stop odors and pests. But the best repair depends on where the cap is placed. A shower… Continue reading Can You Cap an Abandoned Shower Drain?

Is an Abandoned Gas Line Safe in a Wall?

Is an Abandoned Gas Line Safe in a Wall?

Old gas lines can make any homeowner nervous. That worry makes sense when the pipe runs inside a wall. In this case, the gas line enters an upstairs exterior wall corner. It runs about 10 feet through the wall. Then it has a tee with a short stub going outside. After that, it continues another… Continue reading Is an Abandoned Gas Line Safe in a Wall?