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    Aug 22, 2010, 11:01 AM
    Washer drain leak at concrete slab
    I have a leak where my drain pipe goes into floorslab. Only leaks when washer is in spin cycle. Not a very big leak but continuous. Would like to seal leak. Any suggestions?
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    Aug 22, 2010, 11:15 AM

    PVC pipe?
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    Aug 22, 2010, 02:32 PM
    Is your set up like this one? (see image) When the leak occurs take a folded piece toilet paper and starting at the top of the stand pipe wipe the pipe down past the trap. Any moisture on them paper? Let me know, To,
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