toilet bowl overflows - had it snaked, but still backs up.
Mike B
Just installed a new bath tub(second floor) and the drain pipe/fitting is off center to the right of the tub hole by approxamtely 3-4 inches. There is no give left on the piping to make it fit. It is all PVC schedule 40 pipe and I think 2 inch diameter??; and is all glued on every joint with PVC glue/the vent pipe seems to fit but is canted ever so slightly so it dosn't fit well; I believe it needs to be extended 1 inch?? I need the Tub plumbed correctly. The copper pipe/spout is too low on the water action and needs to be raised approxametly 3 inches and the water action needs to be raised about 4 inches/It is all braised copper pipiping; 1/2 inch I think, and has compression fittings on the top of the water action (copper pipe going to the shower head)-That needs to be adjusted as well to fit on the new souround I am putting in.
Stephen F
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Plumbing - Plumbing Questions
1.20What is the minimum distance suggested between electrical lines and plumbing located in the same wall.?
Q.I have a shower and the plumbing runs up from the floor. On the wall the containing the plumbing, on the opposite side, is an electrical switch and outlet. What is the minimum safe distance between the electrical lines and the plumbing so that a plumbing leak doesn't result in someone being killed or hurt?
A.There is no NEC (national electric code) restriction on this. The supply pipes and electric wire and box could actually all be on the same stud.
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1.10How do I do decorative exposed plumbing?
Q.I'd like to add decorative exposed copper plumbing to my bathroom (for a funky industrial feel) but I have no resources to reference! Does anyone know where I can find some? Thanks!
A.I've seen the look you're after and it's pretty flash here a couple of sites, although one is in black and white you'll get the idea of what is possible using exposed copper plumbing.
www.vintageplumbing.com/
This other site has a few of the fittings you'll need to get it down.
http://www.bizrate.com/plumbingsupplies/products__keyword--plumbing+copper+cross.html
I tried answering your mail but it came back? anyway it's right now.
Edit: Now this one isn't working, you're going to have to copy and paste the URL to get there, I have no idea whats happening here.
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1.10What are the issues with copper plumbing in a home built in 1988?
Q.I have a friend who has a home that has copper plumbing. The residence was built in 1988, and she was told by a neighbor that copper plumbing is bad and has to be removed/replaced in order to keep the value of the home for resale. This doesn't seem to make sense and the home DOES NOT have any plumbing issues to date. The neighbor cautioned that copper plumbing can burst. Is there any ring of truth to this or is the neighbor thinking of something else. A home built in 1988 doesn't seem that old to me.
Please help. All answers are welcome. Thanks.
Additional details. Here is the suspected issue:
Different metals or types of pipe: copper and galvanized iron, were directly connected in the potable water supply system
From this point of view, we are told the entire plumbing in the home needs to be changed. Can this be right?
A.If the copper pipe is stressed, it will create a leak, but only if stressed. By this I mean thin wall, kinks, etc.
I have never heard of copper pipes devaluing a home. If anything, copper will add value compared to CPVC or galvanized. If there are no issues with leakage or significant corrosion, leave it.
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1.00Shower membrane installation before tile?
Q.I cut a chase in sub-floor to change plumbing from a tub to a shower, i covered sub-floor with 1/4 durarock,then cement for a solid base,morter mix to slope floor towards drain i was then going to install a membrane when customers tile installer said it had to be removed and replaced that i installed it incorrectly. It was my understanding that after the membrane he was to install thinset over membrane and then tile ? can someone please help answer my questions i still am not sure if i made any mistakes i was trying to ensure a good base for durable longevity
A.The membrane goes behind the durock, and under the mortar bed, the idea is that the membrane holds all the water in and is the last defense between the wood and durock/mortar bed, thinset wont bond to the membrane, it is meant to be attached to concrete of some form whether durock or the mortar bed...putting a membrane in between will keep the the thinset from attaching properly and in turn would cause a horrible tile job, you will need to rip out everything you did and start over from the frame work, dont be surprised if this customer doesn't call you back for anymore work. i would suggest hiring a sub-contractor who knows how to do the job properly and eat the cost if you want to maintain any kind of reputation. and dont take jobs that you aren't 100% sure you know how to do. i dont suggest shoving the membrane under the mortar bed or making an attempt to "make" it work...if its not done right and it leaks you can face a law suit for future water damage because of poor installation of membrane. It has to be done right.
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1.00Would you settle for a patch job on new flooring or make the plumber replace the whole floor?
Q.I had the plumbers in here on Friday to install a cutoff valve in hopes of getting a new refrigerator soon. I just had a "floating" vinyl floor installed 6 months ago. Good Armstrong high quality flooring. When the plumber moved my old peg-legged (no rollers on this baby) refrigerator he tore and "X" 4 inch by 4 inch section of my new flooring. They want to patch it. I say replace it. If it had been 4 or 5 years old I could live with a patch. I saved a long time to get this flooring installed. I paid cash for the materials and installation. What would you do??
Well good news!!! The plumbing company has agreed to replace my flooring. The President of the Company came out himself and said "if it was my house I would want it replaced too". End of story - problem solved. Thank you all for your answers. And oh Bob, nanananana!!!
A.Of course the contractors will tell you to patch it, they don't have to live with the floor. Is it too much to ask that the appliance be moved properly, is this his first job. A responsible contractor carries a set of furniture, appliance movers to avoid this situation. There is no way to patch this floor without leaving an obvious defect. Demand a new floor and if they don't respond, call the plumbers association and the better business bureau. That's the cost of doing business carelessly. If he broke your sink would you let him patch it, if it's a real business, he has liability insurance. Once you agree to a patch you are relinquishing your claim
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1.00Apartment Renovations - Is this a Fair Quote or Complete Rip Off?
Q.- Quote to replace tub and tub surround - $1,700 - "this would be barring any problems"
- Remove and dispose old carpet & baseboards - $300
- Paint entire apartment including kitchen and bathrom cupboards and hallway -$2,100
- Carpet installation (275 sq.ft) and vinyl flooring (275 sq.ft) - $2500
The apartment is a 1-bedroom only 550 sq/ft. it's a rental business and not in the best area in town in Ontario, Canada so I just want it to be nice and simple, not expensive fancy stuff. (for example commercial grade carpet is perfect). There was a heavy smoker living there before. is it possible painting is more expensive becasueof that for example? how much approximately should the above items really cost? THANKS.
A.If the tub quote includes the tub, new plumbing and faucets it is OK. Not good, but OK.
The rest of those are nuts. The carpet and vinyl, removal, and replacement is more like 800-1000, unless you are buying high end carpet.
Painting a place that small is maybe 60 in supplies and 100 to paint, it will take 6-7 hours to prep and paint. Another 2 hours for the cupboards.
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1.00What to look for in contractors who repair major water damage?
Q.Bathroom sink pipe sprung a major leak, 15 minutes worth of tap water soaked hardwood flooring, plaster walls and ceilings and ran into some duct work...also we are concerned about the electrical wiring behind ceiling and walls, what are some good characteristics to look for in hiring a contractor who specializes in this type of work? Also, is it typical for the homeowner's insurance to cover the plumbing work? So far, the adjuster says only work to repair damage is covered but not the plumbing that caused the problem...sound right?
A.Your adjuster is correct. Your insurance policy owes for access to get to the plumbing leak and to repair it but NOT for the part itself.
Start by making sure your house is dried out properly by a certified water damage restoration company (i.e. ServiceMaster). They will find out where the water damage starts and ends, take moisture reading of your flooring and walls & may place fans/dehumidifiers to dry out your home.
After the place is dried out, then address rebuild.
If you need paint, drywall, flooring or baseboards...ask your adjuster if they have a "preferred" general contractor that is on the company's preferred program. Go with one of them if they do.
Good luck.
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1.00Why so many No-show Home Improvement contractors?
Q.Over the years, I have had several Home improvement contractors show up to take measurements for floors, windows, plumbing, etc, but then they never follow through and send an estimate.
Why do you think that is happening? I have money to spend and tried to track themn down for their quote but they gve me the runaround.
A.I have had the EXACT same problem! It is sooooo frustrating. I can only guess that it's because there is so much work out there, and if they feel like the job is going to be small, or if a bigger job comes along, they don't want to waste their time.
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