deep backflow valve.
#1
03-28-16, 04:32 PM
deep backflow valve.
Hello,
I have to help some family fill in the concrete that was busted up when the original clay main drain pipe was removed.
When they did the renovation they had a backflow valve installed. I was just over looking at the place and the valve is fairly deep. Almost 3 feet or so.
Most of the standard boxes I can find are 16". Is there any other options for a deep access box? I was thinking of maybe using one of those blue food barrels and cutting it to height or something.
I have to help some family fill in the concrete that was busted up when the original clay main drain pipe was removed.
When they did the renovation they had a backflow valve installed. I was just over looking at the place and the valve is fairly deep. Almost 3 feet or so.
Most of the standard boxes I can find are 16". Is there any other options for a deep access box? I was thinking of maybe using one of those blue food barrels and cutting it to height or something.
#3
03-28-16, 05:18 PM
Group Moderator
Ideally this would require a flush cover too. I don't think a blue barrel will work.
The valve also needs to be accessed for servicing.... correct ? So you can't bury it in concrete.
Can you post a picture of the area ? http://www.doityourself.com/forum/el...-pictures.html
The valve also needs to be accessed for servicing.... correct ? So you can't bury it in concrete.
Can you post a picture of the area ? http://www.doityourself.com/forum/el...-pictures.html
#4
03-28-16, 05:20 PM
Group Moderator
As the hole gets deeper you generally need a larger access opening. Imagine trying to repair or replace the valve 3 feet down while working through the access opening. The commonly available plastic ones sold at many home centers are OK for stuff 12-18" down but deeper than that I go to my local septic tank manufacturing company. They have pre-case concrete access hatches in a variety of larger and deeper sizes.
