Why Your Basement Toilet Gurgles When You Use the Sink(plumbing101.i234.me) — It’s one of those strange plumbing mysteries: you unclog the kitchen sink upstairs, and months later the basement toilet starts gurgling again. Then, when you fix the toilet, the kitchen sink backs up. If this sounds familiar, your fixtures are probably sharing a common… Continue reading Why Your Basement Toilet Gurgles When You Use the Sink
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Basement Bath Drains: Simple, Code-Smart Layout
Basement Bath Drains: Simple, Code-Smart Layout (plumbing101.i234.me) Question I am remodeling a bathroom with a shared kitchen stack. The lav and kitchen share a 2-inch line in the wall. A 2-inch branch under the floor serves the tub or shower. The toilet will sit over a 4-inch hub to the main drain. How should I… Continue reading Basement Bath Drains: Simple, Code-Smart Layout
Seattle Basement Bath: Smart UPC DWV Plan
Seattle Basement Bath: Smart UPC DWV Plan (plumbing101.i234.me) Question I’m renovating a surprise basement bathroom in Seattle. All drains are under the slab and tie into the kitchen stack. I drew a plan, but I worry about the slope and the horizontal vent. Specifics: Where should the end-of-line cleanout go? Can I use a Fernco… Continue reading Seattle Basement Bath: Smart UPC DWV Plan
Basement Bathroom Drain Slope Issues
Basement Bathroom Drain Slope Issues Basement remodels can be stressful, especially when the budget forces you to do the plumbing yourself. A common challenge is working with drains and vents under a concrete slab. Today we’ll answer some key questions to help guide your project. Q: How do I know if my drain slope is… Continue reading Basement Bathroom Drain Slope Issues