tailor
Dec 13, 2009, 09:03 AM
Hello to all,
My concerns are about possible leaks in the waste pipes once the subfloor is closed.
I do not have any of the equipment required to check these situations, am I being overcautious or do I have a legitimate concern.
I have cleaned and primed and glued the pieces as per instructions, except the last 2 pieces, the flange and vertical extension which will go through the subfloor.
I added to an existing waste pipe, lengthening it, a 90 elbow and the toilet flange, which will eventually be anchored to the subfloor.
How can I be certain of my work... it all looks good, but that I know it is in no way a solid test. I would hate to have to pull up the subfloor, vinyl flooring, once everything is place.
I have tried pouring water down the pipe, but without a "blockage" or balloon down stream to hold the water, there is no seepage as the flow is unrestricted. Is a ballon the only way?
Does anybody have some sage advice on this matter?
My concerns are about possible leaks in the waste pipes once the subfloor is closed.
I do not have any of the equipment required to check these situations, am I being overcautious or do I have a legitimate concern.
I have cleaned and primed and glued the pieces as per instructions, except the last 2 pieces, the flange and vertical extension which will go through the subfloor.
I added to an existing waste pipe, lengthening it, a 90 elbow and the toilet flange, which will eventually be anchored to the subfloor.
How can I be certain of my work... it all looks good, but that I know it is in no way a solid test. I would hate to have to pull up the subfloor, vinyl flooring, once everything is place.
I have tried pouring water down the pipe, but without a "blockage" or balloon down stream to hold the water, there is no seepage as the flow is unrestricted. Is a ballon the only way?
Does anybody have some sage advice on this matter?