Concrete necessary?
#1
08-01-03, 07:34 AM
Concrete necessary?
Just cut some concrete (about 1' by 2') in my basement to move a 1 1/2" drain pipe over for a tub. I did a number on the cheesy plastic box that the stub ran through. I have dug out the hole to about 10-12" so I can install a trap, etc.
When I have fitted the new plumbing, is it required that I fill this hole in with concrete, or can I just place some kind of removable cover over it? Seems like it would be much more preferable to have access in case of trouble.
Thanks!
Joe
When I have fitted the new plumbing, is it required that I fill this hole in with concrete, or can I just place some kind of removable cover over it? Seems like it would be much more preferable to have access in case of trouble.
Thanks!
Joe
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08-01-03, 10:59 AM
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Hey if you dont have any trouble with water there in the basement just let the hole under the tub. So you can get at it if you have to . We do. Any code there that said you have to ?
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08-01-03, 12:41 PM
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joe30263,
P-Traps should always be accessible in case you need to clean it out. You have no way to clean this out other than through the tub drain assembly and that may not always be easy. Nothing wrong with leaving the dirt as is.
Just a thought.
P-Traps should always be accessible in case you need to clean it out. You have no way to clean this out other than through the tub drain assembly and that may not always be easy. Nothing wrong with leaving the dirt as is.
Just a thought.
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08-01-03, 07:00 PM
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Just a thought, but I usually get a metal plate cut a little bigger then the hole and lay the metal plate over the opening. then I seal with silicone. It will keep those little critters in the ground out. Good Luck
