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 coach42
Jul 28, 2012, 04:47 PM
Does a vent on a floor drain go before or after a p-trap?
 speedball1
Jul 28, 2012, 05:48 PM
does a vent on a floor drain go before or after a p-trap?  Somebody gave you bad advice.  Floor drains come with  a built in trap and in my code area is the only fixture the doesn't require a vent./  However, your code may require a trap primer.  Good luck,  Tom
 massplumber2008
Jul 29, 2012, 07:16 AM
Depending on the application, vents are required on floor drains in my  area.  You install the vent before the trap (see drawing)... usually within 3 feet of the trap.  A trap primer is also required in most cases.
 
Exactly what is the application you are installing this for? 
 
Let us know more, OK?
 
Mark
 speedball1
Jul 29, 2012, 07:26 AM
So, we have two different answers.  To see which one fits your case contact your local Building Department.  Good luck,   Tom