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    Dec 14, 2008, 06:04 PM
    What is the typical pitch of a sewer pipe
    What is the typical pitch for a sewer pipe?
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    Dec 14, 2008, 06:09 PM
    Hi Tleahy:


    Im most of the USA, 3" pipe and smaller get minimum 1/4" pitch per foot. 4" pipe and larger get minimum 1/8" pitch per foot.

    Hope that answers question...

    MARK
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