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    ja0065 Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Jul 5, 2004, 09:37 AM
    Fiber Glass shower drain
    My drain broke without me knowing. The strainer was still attached to the shower floor with some surrounding caulk. Water has been running in and around drain pipe creating a lot of moisture underneath the shower floor. Also, a strong lingering odor, I'm assuming from moisture and mold has developed. What choices do I have in fixing this problem. Some plumbers have said the biggest cost is removing the whole shower to install the drain. Is this true?

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    Javier
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    Jul 5, 2004, 12:24 PM
    Re: Fiber Glass shower drain
    Let's save you the cost of removing the entire shower stall. WingTite Shower Drain, a replacement shower drain might be just what you're looking for. Manufactured by PlumbRite Mfg. Co. this drain is made for a homeowner replacement without a lot of fuss. Check it out at, http://www.plumbrite.com/
    Hope this helps. Cheers, Tom
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    Jul 5, 2004, 01:49 PM
    Re: Fiber Glass shower drain
    I read about the Wing tite shower drain. It seems to be the easiest solution. How about the smell? Should I worry about something growing under there or worst a rotting structure?

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    Javier
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    Jul 5, 2004, 03:39 PM
    Fiber Glass shower drain
    Pour about 1/2 jug of bleach down under there. That should remove the smell. If you can get under the subfloor to check take a penknife and poke around. Good luck, Tom

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