Can Fernco Hide Behind Drywall? A small vent pipe repair can raise a big code question. The question sounds simple at first. Can you join two pieces of 1-1/2 inch PVC vent pipe with a flexible Fernco coupling? And can that coupling stay hidden behind sheetrock? Under the Uniform Plumbing Code, the safe answer is… Continue reading Can Fernco Hide Behind Drywall?
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Will This Grease Trap Smell Up The Kitchen?
Question: Does This Grease Trap Need A Vent? A property owner has wanted a grease trap installed for about a year. She hired a licensed plumber to start the job. The plumber set the grease trap on the floor. Then the job stopped. He has been very busy. He keeps saying he may return next… Continue reading Will This Grease Trap Smell Up The Kitchen?
Bad Drain Pitch? Fix Bathroom Pipes Right
Bathroom drain work can look simple at first. Then you open the floor and see the real problem. Flat pipe, wrong slope, and tight fittings can cause trouble. That is common in older bathroom layouts. This drain system serves two nearby bathrooms. The hall bath has a lav, toilet, and tub. The master half bath… Continue reading Bad Drain Pitch? Fix Bathroom Pipes Right
Why Does My Hot Water Tank Cupboard Smell?
Why Does My Hot Water Tank Cupboard Smell? Struggling with odors near your hot water tank and vent pipe? Learn why aerators fail, how siphon pipes affect venting, and what fixes are possible. Moving into a new home often brings plumbing surprises. One issue many homeowners face is unpleasant smells coming from a cupboard with… Continue reading Why Does My Hot Water Tank Cupboard Smell?
Do Toilets Need a Roof Vent Under IPC?
Do Toilets Need a Roof Vent Under IPC? Wondering if your toilet can be vented without a roof vent using a common waste and vent system? Learn what IPC 915.1 really allows. Many homeowners run into venting questions when building or remodeling. A common issue is whether a toilet can be connected without a vent… Continue reading Do Toilets Need a Roof Vent Under IPC?